The Role of Central Conceptual Structures in the Development of Children's Thought

by Robbie Case, Yukari Okamoto

A new model of child cognition and learning The Role of Central Conceptual Structures in the Development of Children's Thought explores child cognition and conceptual development to present the novel "Central Conceptual Structure" theory. The culmination of a six-year instructional research program, this study examines the idea of "core knowledge" that can be applied to any task, and shows how transforming this core knowledge affects future learning. This book explores this theory in depth, providing extensive support and analysis that will interest anyone involved in child development, cognitive science, or educational psychology.

308 pages, Paperback

First published November 1, 1995

Reviews

[Stuart Macalpine · Rating 3 out of 5]

A technical look at updating Piaget's developmental stages. Nice exploration in one section of the "inside out" model of child development and the Bruner 'outside in' model - truth seems to be a bit of both, and that experiences of being taught number and narrative have a very strong impact on other cognitive developments. Overall, a bit technical and niche for my purposes.