Cognitive development: an information processing perspective

12 important questions on Cognitive development: an information processing perspective

What is the difference between short-term memory and working memory?

Short term memory is the system that lets you briefly retain some stimuli. Working memory is the same as short term memory, but with the addition of the active manipulation proces of the stored information.

How does the book explain automatic processes (such as driving)?

In automatic processes, the central executive and working memory work together very effectively in processing information. This leaves more space in short term memory for other tasks such as conversing.

What are the four main components of the information procesing model?

sensory register
short term memory
long term memory/working memory
central executive
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Name the two theories of developmental information processing

Case's Neo-Piagetian Theory
Siegler's model of strategy choice

What is the Neo-Piagetian Theory?

Theory that attributes cognitive change in each stage to increased efficiency of their  use of working memory

Which three factors contribute to cognitive change according to neo-Piagetian Theory?

Brain development due to maturation
practice, creating automization
formation of central conceptual structures - networks of schemes which create a deeper understanding of the world

How does the model of Siegler's Strategy Choice explain cognitive development?

It uses the evolutionary metaphor of variëty and selection in adopting and modifying strategies to explain the increase of cognitive functioning

Name the three dimensions of attention

Sustained attention 
selective attention (choosing what to attend to)
adaptable attention (switching between mental sets)

Name the four hurdles a child must overcome to develop effective strategy use

Production deficiency: producing strategies
control deficiency: implementing strategies consistently
ultilization deficiency: storing the relevant information
effective strategy use: end result

Which three strategies do children adopt to aid memory performance?

rehearsal
organization
elaboration

What is the difference between recognition (herkenning) and recall (herinnering)?

the stimulus is present during recognition

What is the concept of ordinality?

a sense of order or rank between quantities (3 is more than 2)

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