Jean Piaget's initial research refers to the groundbreaking work conducted by Swiss psychologist Jean Piaget, who is known for his contributions to the field of cognitive development. Piaget studied how children's thinking processes evolve as they grow and interact with their environment.
Related terms
Schema: A mental framework or concept that helps organize and interpret information.
Assimilation: The process of incorporating new information into existing schemas.
Accommodation: The process of modifying existing schemas or creating new ones to fit new information.