Schema Theory
, What is schema theory?
Definition: Branch of cognitive science concerned Characteristics:
with how the brain structures knowledge. mental
●Dynamic concept - constantly changing due to
template of a person’s knowledge about people,
situations and objects new experiences, which also supports
neuroplasticity theory.
●Organised unit of knowledge ●Stores declarative and procedural info
●Based on past experiences ●Declarative: knowing facts (what?)
●Guides understanding and action ●Procedural: knowing how to do something (how?)
●Top down processing
, What is schema theory?
Definition: Branch of cognitive science concerned Characteristics:
with how the brain structures knowledge. mental
●Dynamic concept - constantly changing due to
template of a person’s knowledge about people,
situations and objects new experiences, which also supports
neuroplasticity theory.
●Organised unit of knowledge ●Stores declarative and procedural info
●Based on past experiences ●Declarative: knowing facts (what?)
●Guides understanding and action ●Procedural: knowing how to do something (how?)
●Top down processing
