Essays on Development Page 2

Methods and approaches to teaching have been significantly impacted by the research conducted by Jean Piaget and Lev Vygotsky. Both have made valuable contributions to the field of education by providing explanations for children’s cognitive learning styles and capabilities. This essay aims to explore how Vygotsky’s perspective on cognitive development, instead of serving as an…

Introduction When looking upon a newborn baby one clearly notices the common physical characteristics – a large, out of proportion head, small fingers and toes, and transparent pale skin. In the midst of new birth and the excitement of a new beginning an individual often does not consider the process of how the infant grew…

Abston, K. A., & Stout, V. J. (2006). Organizational effectiveness: Exploring what it means in human resource development. Online submission. Paper presented at the Academy of Human Resource Development International Conference (AHRD), Columbus, OH, Feb 22–26, 2006. This study on organizational effectiveness aimed to explore the various definitions, concepts, and terminologies that are widely used,…

When I decided to continue my education at the age of 28, I was still unsure as to how I wanted to use my education to better the life of my children and me. In this paper, I will take you on the short journey of my life along the paths that lead me to…

The concept of personal empowerment comes within you. Its self-reliance and making your own decisions, following responsibilities. You understand and know where you are headed. It’s coming to the realization that something must change. An example of personal empowerment is a wife leaving her abusive husband because she is tired of getting hit. She has…

According to Thomas Gold Taiwan offers a text book case of an elite-ledrevolution leading to social transformation. The stability of hardauthoritarianism of the Taiwanese government laid the groundwork for Taiwanesedevelopment. The KMT’s cohesiveness and political domination plus the economicdevelopment aid supplied by the United States also helped to provide goodconditions for Taiwanese growth in the…

The constructivist school of thought has been very influential in the field of cognitive development and has had a particular impact on deepening understanding of child development. The constructivist develop theory attempts to explain how knowledge is constructed in the minds of individuals throughout their maturity from childhood into adulthood and has its foundation during…

From birth until the age of two, our children go through various stages of social and moral development influenced by their environment and genetic traits inherited from their parents (Gerrig and Zimbardo). These stages extend throughout childhood to adolescence. During infancy, children experience social and moral development. From birth, they start to recognize that people…

Learning is beneficial for personal and professional aspects of life. Reflective practice, a well-known concept, is highly significant as it fosters self-reflection and prompts individuals to assess their behaviors and principles in daily tasks (Johns & Freshwater, 1998). The learning process can occur either consciously or subconsciously. However, true learning occurs when an individual interacts…

Having a personal development plan is a highly effective tool for individuals, whether they are students or professionals, who strive for excellence in their specific fields. The plan utilizes the idea of reflection to help individuals monitor the progress they have made in acquiring skills and knowledge. It allows people to identify the necessary changes…