General Studies · Cognitive Development
In Jean Piaget's theory of cognitive development, a 'schema' is defined as:
- 1The passive rote memorization of external information
- 2The cognitive mechanism of incorporating new information into pre-existing structures
- 3The process of balancing existing knowledge with new experiences
- 4A cohesive, repeatable mental structure that helps individuals organize and interpret information✓
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A cohesive, repeatable mental structure that helps individuals organize and interpret information
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