| It explains fundamental concepts related to development and learning. |
| It explains the basic principles of development and illustrates them with examples. |
| It explains developmental theories and research methods. |
| It explains Piaget's theory of cognitive development. |
| It distinguishes and compares the stages of cognitive development (sensorimotor, preoperational, concrete, and abstract operations) according to Piaget. |
| It explains the basic features of Bruner's theory of cognitive development. |
| It explains Vygotsky's theory of cognitive and language development and relates it to other theories. |
| It explains the role of perceptual development in the learning process. |
| It evaluates imitation, attention, memory, and creativity processes from a developmental perspective. |
| It explains Howard Gardner's Theory of Multiple Intelligences and evaluates it in the context of individual differences. |