3-System Theory of the Cognitive Brain: A Post-Piagetian Approach to Cognitive Development

The 3-System Theory of the Cognitive Brain is a post-Piagetian approach to cognitive development that proposes a third control system in the prefrontal cortex, prioritizing inhibitory-control over intuitive heuristics and logical algorithms. This theory explains early logical abilities, cognitive development, and adult biases, with implications for neuro-education.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 134 pages
Publication date: 05 February 2019
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

The 3-System Theory of the Cognitive Brain: A Post-Piagetian Approach to Cognitive Development presents Olivier Houdés groundbreaking theory, built upon extensive post-Piagetian psychological and brain imaging data from children and adults. This innovative theory seamlessly integrates a profound understanding of psychology's historical trajectory, spanning from Plato and Aristotle to contemporary experimental psychology. It transcends the frameworks of Kahneman's System 1 theory and Piaget's System 2 theory, proposing a hierarchical system where the inhibitory-control system (System 3) assumes primacy. Houdé contends that the brain possesses a third control system residing in the prefrontal cortex, responsible for suppressing Kahneman's intuitive heuristics system and activating Piaget's logical algorithms system across the brain, contingent upon the specific task's goals and context.

This comprehensive theory elucidates the early logical abilities observed in infants, the dynamic, strategic, and non-linear cognitive development in children, and the rapid heuristics and biases observed in adults. Houdé explores the intriguing implications of this theory on neuro-education, utilizing examples from the classroom.

As a vital resource for students and researchers in cognitive development, education, child psychology, reasoning, and neurosciences, this book offers invaluable insights into the intricate mechanisms of human cognition.

Weight: 244g
Dimension: 236 x 165 x 9 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781138069701