piagetian theory: schemes

piagetian theory: schemes

1. structure which underlies cognititionbehaviour and actions

2. organised abilities and dispositions to behaviour

3. schemas develop through adaptation

   • accommodation changes them
   • the world is interpreted through them in terms of assimilation

4. born with three basic schemas

   • reflexive actions on objects
     • sucking
     • looking
     • grasping

5. over development: schemas develop from physical actions to mental representations

6. in older children and adolescents

   • schemes more complex including mental representations
   • schemas present and used throughout life