The Intersituational Generality of Formal Thought.

Stone, Mary Ann; Ausubel, David P.

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The Intersituational Generality of Formal Thought

Stone, Mary Ann; Ausubel, David P.

J Genet Psychol, 115, 2, 169-180, 69 Dec

Shows that, contrary to Piagetian Theory, formal thought in a variety of subject matters is not possible until sufficient requisite concrete background experience in each content area involved has been attained. (MH)

Descriptors: Cognitive Development, Cognitive Processes, Difficulty Level, Experience, Grade 10, Grade 7, Learning Experience, Logical Thinking

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