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Erikson’s Psycho-Social Theory of Development. Psychological developmental theory is a framework that offers explanations for the course of human development. It was created by Swedish psychologist, Ernest H. Erikson.

Piaget’s Stage of Cognitive Development. Piaget’s theory of cognitive development was the first to show that children don’t outgrow their mistakes. Rather, they just understand them differently as they grow older.

Individual differences in Learning. This blog post discusses how people learn differently, with a focus on the contributions of personality and knowledge. It provides a few examples to illustrate this claim, for the reader’s reference.

Social Influences in Learning. Learning is generally thought to be a solitary and individualistic process. Western society has emphasized individuality since its inception, and the individual’s right to do as he or she pleases with his or her life–to pursue personal goals and ambitions–is at the forefront of western culture.

Effects of Learning Motivation on Effort. There are many different types of motivation, and understanding them can help you to be a more effective educator.

Developmental Influences on Learning. If you’re an educator or parent, it can be difficult to know what our developmental influences are and how they affect learning. (It’s not like colleges release developmental timetables). This article will discuss what is known about these influences, and provide a few tips on how they can be helpful in […]