Piaget’s Sensorimotor and Preoperational Cognitive Development Stages

Complete the provided “Piaget’s Sensorimotor and Preoperational Cognitive Development Stages” matrix worksheet. Within the matrix, use complete sentences and include scholarly references for the analysis

PCN-518 Topic 1: Piaget’s Sensorimotor and Preoperational Cognitive Development Stages

Directions: Conduct an analysis of the significant developments in a child related to each stage of Piaget’s sensorimotor and preoperational stages. Complete each section of the matrix for the stages listed below. Describe the significant developments and provide an example, using complete sentences, with the information gleaned from your analysis. Include scholarly references as appropriate using in-text citations and the reference list on page two.

Table 1: Sensorimotor Thinking

Stage of Sensorimotor Thinking Significant Developments Example
Adapting to and Exploration of Environment
Understanding Objects
Using Symbols

Table 2: Preoperational Thinking

Stage of Preoperational Thinking Significant Developments Example
Egocentrism
Centration
Appearance as Reality
Discussion post – 2 to 3 paragraphs

In this discussion, you will debate an ethical dilemma around test development while relating it to validity and reliability concepts.
Consider the following scenario: A private school utilizes a test with well-established predictive validity for admissions. However, members of a particular group tend to score low on this test. In your initial post, answer the following question:

Is it ethical for the school to continue to use the test? Why or why not?
Attached are 2 articles that can be used to assist complete the assignment.