Question 1 Who are two of the key cognitive development theorists and what are their main contributions to the field of cognitive development?
Question 2 Who are two of the key moral development theorists and what are their main contributions to the field of moral development?
Question 3 Why do you think it's important for teachers to have an understanding of cognitive and moral development?
Give a variety of reasons as to why its important
Keep your jus1fica1ons relevant and current to the contemporary classroom, which is student centred
Question 4 How will knowing about theories of cognitive and moral development help you in your teaching practice?
How will your knowledge of theory translate into the classroom?
How will this knowledge impact on your prac1ce through the teaching cycle from evalua1on through to planning, teaching, and student assessment?
Question 5 Can you please provide an example of the application of cognitive development in the classroom? In your example, please specify the grade to which your example applies.
- Provide one example only
- An application could include a teaching method, strategy, approach or ac1vity. You do not need to provide a whole lesson plan.
- Ensure you justfy and explain how this applica1on addresses cogni1ve development
- Make sure your application is appropriate to the age of the child
Question 6 Can you please provide an example of the application of moral development in the classroom? In your example, please specify the grade to which your example applies.
- Provide one example only
- An application could include a teaching method, strategy, approach or ac1vity. You do not need to provide a whole lesson plan.
- Ensure you justfy and explain how this applica1on addresses moral development - Make sure your application is appropriate to the age of the child.