The Development of the Mediated Mind
The Development of the Mediated Mind

Author: Joan M. Lucariello

Publisher: Psychology Press

Published: 2004-07-19

Total Pages: 334

ISBN-13: 1135626723

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This volume is a festschrift for Katherine Nelson, an NYU professor who was a pioneer in infant perception and memory. The "mediated mind" is a term coined by Dr. Nelson and it refers to how cognitive development is mediated by the sociocultural context, including language and social interaction. The impact of Nelson's views on the sociocultural basis of cognition and her functionalist perspective on cognitive development are evident in the collection of chapters in this book. The contributors--all leaders in the field of cognitive development--examine ways in which cognition is embedded in everyday, meaningful activities and the role of social context and cultural symbol symptoms, such as language and text influence children's developing concepts and thought. The concept of the mediated mind is examined from a variety of perspectives, including research in concept development, memory development, language learning, the development of literacy, narrative analysis, and children's theory of mind. The significant contribution of this volume is that it addresses all aspects of the mediated mind. Memory--both autobiographical and event-semantic--theory of mind, mental representation, temporality, narrative, and metalinguistic awareness comprise the chapter topics. The breadth of topics represented is a tribute to the impact Nelson's vision has on many developmental "domains." The contributors acknowledge and honor her work. Her theory and research paved the way for the advances in understanding a mediated mind that are evident and that will continue to shape notions of how the human mind develops and evolves within a social, interactive world.

Constructivism and Students with Special Needs
Constructivism and Students with Special Needs

Author: Harris

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 1996-04

Total Pages: 84

ISBN-13: 9780805899085

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Two important issues are at the heart of intense debate and a number of reforms concerning today's schools. One of these is pedagogy -- the art of science and teaching. A second issue regards the goals of education. Although there is widespread agreement that education involves far more than rote learning, debate continues regarding what the goals of education should be and how they should be pursued. This special issue focuses on the implications of constructivism for students with special needs--including those with learning disabilities (LD)--particularly within the current movement toward inclusion. Contributing authors were asked to consider applied classroom concerns. A central issue identified throughout was the tension between maintaining authentic, meaningful context for learning emphasized in constructivist principles and providing the level of explicit instruction needed for all students to gain important skills and strategies. Contributors provide both exemplars of integrative instruction and careful consideration of multiple issues faced by educators and students alike as they move toward implementation of constructivist principles in diverse classrooms.

The Development of Social Cognition and Communication
The Development of Social Cognition and Communication

Author: Bruce D. Homer

Publisher: Psychology Press

Published: 2013-12-02

Total Pages: 381

ISBN-13: 131777812X

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For young children, two of the most important tasks they face are learning how to communicate and learning how to think about themselves and the social world around them. The premise of this book is that these two tasks are inherently linked. The communicative routines and language that children learn enable new modes of cognition, which in turn allow for more complex social interactions. The model of early child development that emerges is one in which equal importance is given to the socio-cultural context in which children are developing, and to the role played by children in actively constructing their own knowledge. The book is organized into four thematic sections, each introduced by an integrative overview. The first section, "Language and Cognition," examines the function of language in young children's lives. The second section, "Intentionality and Communication," explores young children's understanding of intentions and their verbal and non-verbal communication. The third section, "Theory of Mind and Pedagogy," examines the ways in which developments in cognitive and communicative skills transform children's participation in the process of teaching and learning. The final section, "Narrative and Autobiographical Memory," looks at the effects of narrative on young children's understanding of themselves and their world. This book will be of great interest to anyone concerned with young children's learning and development.

Memory Development Between Two and Twenty
Memory Development Between Two and Twenty

Author: Wolfgang Schneider

Publisher: Psychology Press

Published: 2013-06-17

Total Pages: 427

ISBN-13: 1134802625

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In this volume, two scholars with different but complementary interests in memory and cognitive development present a careful overview of the field of memory development from the perspective of their theory of good strategy use. In addition to treating broad topics of general interest, such as knowledge, cognitive capacity, and metamemory, the text also examines controversial issues surrounding the development of children's memory--particularly eyewitness memory. The result is a coherent statement about memory development accompanied by commentary on the study of memory development, plus applications of the theory and research in the area. This book is intended for advanced undergraduate and graduate students as well as researchers and other professionals interested in child and adolescent memory.

Theory of Mind and Language in Developmental Contexts
Theory of Mind and Language in Developmental Contexts

Author: Alessandro Antonietti

Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media

Published: 2006-09-13

Total Pages: 206

ISBN-13: 0387249974

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Provides new empirical study data that explores the influence of linguistic variables within developmental contexts on theory of mind development and functioning Establishes context for usage, including personal, social, and business interactions Offers a comprehensive overview on the most current studies that address the relationship between language and theory of mind