Key Developmental Psychology & Reading Theories

Posted by on Mar 29, 2025 in Literary Studies | 0 comments

Piaget’s Cognitive Development Stages

Piaget described the mechanism by which the mind processes new information. He said that a person understands whatever information fits into their established view of the world. When the information doesn’t fit, the person must re-examine and adjust their thinking to accommodate the new information. As teachers, we should understand these cognitive stages:

  • Sensorimotor (birth – 2 years): The child learns about themselves and their environment through motor and
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Environmental Damage: Societal vs. Personal Impact

Posted by on Jan 11, 2025 in Literary Studies | 0 comments

Understanding the Core Message

The common theme of the two texts is the damage we are inflicting upon our environment. The first text is a webpage version of a brochure produced by an Australian NGO concerned about the future well-being of mankind. The second is an extract from the webpage of an American political cartoonist that includes a three-frame cartoon.

Deeper Analysis

Audience, Purpose, and Context

  • Audience: Text 1 targets a specific audience, primarily those already engaged with environmental
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