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Critically discuss what psychologists have found out about cognitive psychology In order to address this question we will focus solely on Jean Piaget who was known as a cognitive developmental psychologist and whose theories contributed greatly to the progression of cognitive psychology. The initial part of this essay will examine his views that cognitive development is constructed into four stages. This paper will then look at each stage individually spending a little more time on the second (Pre-operational) stage, which is regarded as the biggest stage. Next, we will evaluate Piaget's theories by exploring some of the major criticisms and supporting views. Before finally concluding with what influence cognitive development has had in terms of general psychology and contemporary education. Starting firstly with a brief overview of the origins of Jean Piaget (1896 - 1980) he originally trained as a zoologist, but early experiences in Binet's Paris Laboratory lead him to further develop...

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