Key Concepts from Lecture Notes

This set of flashcards covers key concepts related to cognitive development, learning theories, and emotional intelligence discussed in the lecture.

Cognitive Development

The process by which individuals acquire knowledge and understanding through thought, experience, and the senses.

Piaget's Stages of Development

A theory that outlines four stages of cognitive development: Sensorimotor, Preoperational, Concrete Operational, and Formal Operational.

Vygotsky's Sociocultural Theory

A theory emphasizing the role of social interaction and cultural context in cognitive development.

Moral Development

The progression through which individuals develop a sense of ethics and morality, often associated with the theories of Kohlberg and Gilligan.

Learning Styles

The preferred way an individual processes information, which can include visual, auditory, and kinesthetic styles.

Emotional Intelligence

The ability to recognize, understand, and manage one's own emotions and the emotions of others.