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Executive Function
the cognitive ability to organize and prioritize the many thoughts that arise from the various
parts of the brain, allowing the person to anticipate, strategize, and plan behavior
Hippocampus
A neural center located in the limbic system that helps process explicit memories for storage
and maintain attention.
Distributed Practice
spacing the study of material to be remembered by including breaks between study periods
Neurodiversity
the idea that people with special needs have diverse brain structures, with each person having
neurological strengths and weaknesses that should be appreciated, in much the same way
diverse cultures and ethnicities are welcomed
Nueroplasticity
the ability within the brain to constantly change both the structure and function of many cells
in response to experience or trauma
Cognitive style theory
Psychological disturbances often come from irrational and illogical thinking. Consistent
approach individuals take to problem solve, think, and perception.
cognitive rigidity
, the lack of flexibility in thinking about perspectives that are different from one's own. An old
dog can't learn new tricks.
growth mindset
belief that qualities can change/improve through effort
fixed mindset
the idea that we have a set amount of ability that cannot change
consolidation theory
The classic theory that memory traces of an event are not fully formed immediately after that
event, but take some time to consolidate.
aquistion
In classical conditioning, the initial stage, when one links a neutral stimulus and an
unconditioned stimulus so that the neutral stimulus begins triggering the conditioned
response. In operant conditioning, the strengthening of a reinforced response.
Erikson's Theory
Theory that proposes eight stages of human development. Each stage consists of a unique
developmental task that confronts individuals with a crisis that must be resolved. Built on
Piagets theory.
Piaget's Theory
Theory stating that children actively construct their understanding of the world and go
through four stages of cognitive development.
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Executive Function
the cognitive ability to organize and prioritize the many thoughts that arise from the various
parts of the brain, allowing the person to anticipate, strategize, and plan behavior
Hippocampus
A neural center located in the limbic system that helps process explicit memories for storage
and maintain attention.
Distributed Practice
spacing the study of material to be remembered by including breaks between study periods
Neurodiversity
the idea that people with special needs have diverse brain structures, with each person having
neurological strengths and weaknesses that should be appreciated, in much the same way
diverse cultures and ethnicities are welcomed
Nueroplasticity
the ability within the brain to constantly change both the structure and function of many cells
in response to experience or trauma
Cognitive style theory
Psychological disturbances often come from irrational and illogical thinking. Consistent
approach individuals take to problem solve, think, and perception.
cognitive rigidity
, the lack of flexibility in thinking about perspectives that are different from one's own. An old
dog can't learn new tricks.
growth mindset
belief that qualities can change/improve through effort
fixed mindset
the idea that we have a set amount of ability that cannot change
consolidation theory
The classic theory that memory traces of an event are not fully formed immediately after that
event, but take some time to consolidate.
aquistion
In classical conditioning, the initial stage, when one links a neutral stimulus and an
unconditioned stimulus so that the neutral stimulus begins triggering the conditioned
response. In operant conditioning, the strengthening of a reinforced response.
Erikson's Theory
Theory that proposes eight stages of human development. Each stage consists of a unique
developmental task that confronts individuals with a crisis that must be resolved. Built on
Piagets theory.
Piaget's Theory
Theory stating that children actively construct their understanding of the world and go
through four stages of cognitive development.
More Knowledgeable Other (MKO)
