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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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3 ways to teach STEAM in a blended learning environment

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Jean Piaget, an influential educational theorist who explored the way young children learn concepts, described their cognitive development as progressing by stages toward more abstract thinking. Grounding learning in hands-on manipulatives.

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3 strategies to teach STEAM in a blended environment

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Jean Piaget, an influential educational theorist who explored the way young children learn concepts, described their cognitive development as progressing by stages toward more abstract thinking. Grounding learning in hands-on manipulatives.

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Elementary-level STEM education fosters our future innovators

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Elementary school years mark a critical phase in a child’s cognitive development. It lays a strong foundation, fosters curiosity and critical thinking, equips students with the skills necessary for success in the ever-changing job market, and addresses gender disparities.

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Engaging the reluctant reader: Benefits of gamified learning in literacy education

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Improved cognitive development Other studies have found games that encourage critical thinking and problem-solving can improve students ability to process and retain information–essential components of literacy education. Many educational games fall into this category.

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The Case for Why Handwriting is Still an Essential Skill for Students

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But also, because there are undeniable cognitive benefits students experience through the process of learning to write: Enhanced memory and learning : Handwriting improves retention of information compared to typing. Improved hand-eye coordination and fine motor skills, essential for cognitive development.

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How Building Bonds in the Classroom Can Motivate Better Teaching

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Cognitive engagement: Encouraged students to think deeply about the content. Problem-solving and critical thinning: Encouraged problem-solving and critical thinking. Students rated each statement "not true," "sort of true," "true" or "very true" about their teachers.