Question

What is a schema, according to Jean Piaget?

• A. A passive reception of information
• B. A cognitive framework that helps organize and interpret information
• C. A type of rote memorization technique
• D. A method of classical conditioning

Answer 1

Answer:

B. A cognitive framework that helps organize and interpret 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 introduced by Frederic Bartlett (1932) and later expanded upon by Jean Piaget.