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A) Compare and contrast Piaget’s and Vygotsky’s theories of cognitive development.
This essay asks you compare and contrast two theories of cognitive development – namely Piaget’s theory and Vygotsky’s theory. You should explore this by considering the relevant claims of each of these theories and the literature that may provide evidence to support and/or challenge these theories.
You should begin your essay with a strong introduction, defining the key terms and outlining how you will answer the question. (Approx. 200-250 words).
The main body of your essay should consider the claims of these two theoretical approaches and note the similarities/differences between the two. A clear description of these theories is important and you should also present literature/empirical evidence in your answer. Remember, the question asks you to compare and contrast, therefore your essay should read in a way that demonstrate comparison between the theories rather than a generic list. (Approx. 1000-1100 words).
You should wrap up your answer with a strong conclusion that summarises and/or reinforces some of the key points made in your answer, referring back to the question. (Approx. 200-250 words).
Remember to include both in-text references as well as have a ‘Reference’ section at the end which includes the full references of all of the sources you cited in the essay. See referencing guidance on Moodle if you are unsure of how to do this correctly.
Starter References:
Bruner, J. (1987). Actual Minds, Possible Worlds (Revised Edition). Harvard University Press.
Daniels, H. (Ed.). (2017). An Introduction to Vygotsky. Routledge.
Holt, N. A., Bremner, A., Sutherland, E., Vliek, M., Passer, M., & Smith, R. (2018). Psychology: The Science of Mind and Behaviour Fourth edition, Berkshire: McGraw-Hill.
Smith, L., Dockrell, J & Tomlinson, P. (2003). Piaget, Vygotsky & Beyond: Future Issues in Developmental Psychology and Education (J. Dockrell, L. Smith, & D. P. Tomlinson, Eds.). Routledge.
11 | P a g eSutherland, P. A. A. (1992). Cognitive Development Today: Piaget and his Critics. SAGE Publications Ltd.
Vygotsky, L. S. (2012). Thought and Language (E. Hanfmann, Ed.; G. Vakar, Trans.). Martino Fine Books.
Vygotsky, L. S. (1978). Mind in Society: Development of Higher Psychological Processes (New edition). Harvard University Press.