I. Psychologists of different persuasions agree upon the importance of the early years of life but describe it differently. Contrast of Piagetian and Vygoskian views on development They both agreed that development is a joint product of physical maturation and social-cultural experience. Role of environment on cognitive development For Piaget, the environment is relatively passive.
Development occurs with a child's active engagement with the environment.
Used by adults and older children. The ability to come to a specific conclusion based on a general premise. Using deductive reasoning, one defines words and similarities with generalities. Most commonly refers to linking one even to another event. Using transductive reasoning, one defines words and similarities on the basis of personal examples which is illustrated with charming interviews with young children.