Which of the following theorists most strongly stressed the importance of maturation in development?
Correct answer: C. Arnold Gesell
- A. Jean Piaget
- B. John Locke
- C. Arnold Gesell
- D. Lev Vygotsky
Explanation
Arnold Gesell explained development primarily through biological maturation and proposed that behaviour unfolds according to an innate timetable. Piaget also recognised maturation, but made cognitive stage changes central to his theory.
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