Question

What is a schema, according to Jean Piaget?

• A. A passive way of receiving information
• B. A cognitive framework for organizing and interpreting information
• C. A method of rote memorization
• D. An external stimulus that triggers a response

Answer 1

Answer:

B. A cognitive framework for organizing and interpreting information

A schema is a cognitive framework or mental structure that helps individuals organize, interpret, and process information. It acts like a blueprint for understanding the world, guiding our perception, thinking, and memory. The concept of schemas was first introduced by Frederic Bartlett (1932).