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Understanding cognitive development in students via Piaget’s Theory

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Jean Piaget, a Swiss psychologist, profoundly impacted educational theory with his comprehensive theory of cognitive development. His work was developed in the mid-20th century, but it remains highly relevant and influential in today’s classrooms. Each stage represents a different way of thinking and understanding the world.

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How school leaders can foster a culturally responsive framework

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By prioritizing cultural responsiveness, school leaders can foster a sense of belonging and empowerment among students, teachers, and the broader school community. Culturally responsive practices, which prioritize the social and emotional well-being of students, form the cornerstone of an inclusive and equitable learning environment.

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The benefits of active learning

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But in this twisted time, young children starting public pre-K at the age of 4 are expected to learn through “rigorous instruction.”. Seventy-four percent of teachers from high-SES districts and 64 percent from low-SES districts reported their schools had cut the amount of time scheduled for child-directed activities in recent years. .