Sozial-kognitive Entwicklung und Erziehung

Erika Butzmann presents the epistemology of Jean Piaget and the subsequent social-cognitive development theories, demonstrating how relevant Piaget's theory still is for educational practice today. The focus is on social-cognitive development during the first six years of a child's life, incorporating research on temperament and brain development. At this age, child behaviors that caregivers perceive as problematic frequently emerge. For healthy development, it is essential to tailor education to the individual child. The author provides a guide for educational action concepts in psychology, education, and social pedagogy programs. This approach can help resolve conflicts in family and professional settings with young children, improve the relationship between children and their caregivers, and promote child development.