Cognitive development of intermediate schoolers

“Cognitive developme

nt of intermediat

e schoolers"

Prepared by: Rommel B. Ferrer

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INTERMEDIATE SCHOOLERS

"Children in this stage are already in

their late childhood.”

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INTERMEDIATE SCHOOLERS Concrete

operational

Thinker can now organized thoughts effectively, although they can only logically perceive the immediate situation.

MODULE 22Initial cognitive characteristics

Their thinking skills have become more effective as compared during their primary years.

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Reading development

Children in this stage, is marked by a wide application of "word attack"

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Attention

Older children have longer and more flexible attention span compared to younger children.

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Creativity

Children at this stage are open to explore new things.

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encourage when the activities: Encourage different

responses from each child.

Celebrate uniqueness

Value process over product.

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Creativity in children is encourage when the activities (continued…): Reduced stress and

anxiety in children.

Support to share ideas, not only with teacher/parents but also with other children.

Minimize competition and external rewards.

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The impact of Media

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The impact of Media

It was considered as one of the first technological advancement in school.

The impact of the use of television and computer has gained popularity because the students are given more opportunity to:

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Communicate effectively in speech and writing.

Work collaboratively

Use technological tools

Analyze problems, set goals, and formulate strategies for achieving those goals.

Seek out information or skills on their own, as needed, to meet their goals.

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Media and Aggression

Violence and aggression are often dubbed as one of the result of media.

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Negative results of media

Children…

will increase anti-social and aggressive behavior.

may become less sensitive to violence and those who suffer from violence.

may view the world as violent and mean, becoming more fearful of being a victim of violence.

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(continued…)

Children…

children will desire to see more violence in entertainment and real life.

children will view violence as an acceptable way to settle conflicts.

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Role of Teachers..

Need to be an eager participants in children’s growth and development

Must understand how to use the children’s natural curiosity to help make the appropriate developmental leaps in their skills and abilities.

Must create an atmosphere where risks can be taken and discoveries made while children remain safe.

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Sources

Child and Adolescent Development by Brenda B. Corpuz et al.

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