What is Cognitivism in the classrom?
COGNITIVISIM When we speak about cognitivism, we refer to it as a learning theory that focuses on the processes involved in learning rather than on the observed behavior which is literally what we physically see in the classroom. These include how individuals precede to think, learn and or solve problems. There are many theories and theorist that focuses on Cognitivism but for now, we will solely center our attention on, the psychologist, Jean Piaget, who became known for creating his scientific theory about the cognitive development of children. Piaget spent some time studying with Carl Jung and during this time, he met with Theodore Simon who had been working with Alfred Binet on an intelligent test. Simon offered Piaget a position which led to Piaget developing an interest in the cognitive development of children. While working, Piaget observed children and concluded that children are not less intelligent t...