Judgment and Reasoning in the Child
- 282 pages
- 10 hours of reading
Jean Piaget was a Swiss thinker renowned for his pioneering work in the theory of knowing. His research on children and their cognitive development laid the foundations for a constructivist view of knowledge. Piaget explored an epistemological perspective known as 'genetic epistemology'. His work continues to inspire thinkers and educators alike.







The book explores Jean Piaget's extensive six-decade research on child development, highlighting his naturalistic approach and its significant impact on the field. It delves into his theories and findings, which have shaped our understanding of how children think, learn, and grow. Through detailed analysis, the work emphasizes Piaget's lasting influence on developmental psychology and education.
The book, first published in 1997, delves into its subject matter with a scholarly approach, offering insights that remain relevant over time. As part of Routledge, an imprint of Taylor & Francis, it reflects a commitment to academic excellence and research. The content is designed to engage readers with its thorough analysis and exploration of key themes, making it a valuable resource for students and professionals alike.
The book, first published in 2006, is part of the Routledge imprint under Taylor & Francis, known for its scholarly contributions. It offers in-depth analysis and insights into its subject matter, reflecting rigorous research and academic standards. The content is tailored for readers seeking a comprehensive understanding of the topic, making it a valuable resource for students, researchers, and professionals in the field.
When first published in 1923, this classic work took the psychological world by storm. Piaget's views expressed in this book, have continued to influence the world of developmental psychology to this day.
Think of developmental psychology, and the name of Jean Piaget immediately springs to mind. His theory of learning lies at the very heart of the modern understanding of the human learning process, and he is celebrated as the founding father of child psychology. A prolific writer, is the author of more than fifty books and several hundred articles. The Psychology of Intelligence is one of his most important works. Containing a complete synthesis of his thoughts on the mechanisms of intellectual development, it is an extraordinary volume by an extraordinary writer. Given his significance, it is hardly surprising that Psychology Today pronounced Piaget the Best Psychologist of the twentieth century.
This seminal book by this century's most important development psychologist chronicles the evolution of children's moral thinking from preschool to adolescence, tracing the concepts of lying, cheating, adult authority, punishment, and responsibility, and offering important insights into how they learn--or fail to learn--the difference between right and wrong.