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Becoming symbol-minded.

Judy S Deloache1

  • 1Psychology Department, University of Virginia,PO Box 400400, Charlottesville, VA 22904, USA. jdeloache@virginia.edu

Trends in Cognitive Sciences
|December 14, 2004
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Children rapidly develop symbolic thinking, mastering societal symbol systems for full participation. Understanding early symbol use is crucial for cognitive development in today

Area of Science:

  • Developmental Psychology
  • Cognitive Science
  • Linguistics

Background:

  • Symbolic development is fundamental for societal participation.
  • Children must master diverse symbol systems for modern life.
  • Understanding early symbol acquisition is increasingly vital.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore the developmental trajectory of symbolic understanding in early childhood.
  • To investigate infants' initial perceptions of symbols and symbol-referent relationships.
  • To detail the progression toward competent symbol use within the first few years of life.

Main Methods:

  • Review of recent research on early symbol use.
  • Analysis of infant and young child interactions with symbolic media.

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  • Longitudinal observation of symbolic competence development.

    • Main Results:

    • Infants demonstrate broad acceptance of potential symbols.
    • Young children often exhibit confusion regarding symbol-referent connections.
    • Significant progress in symbolic competence occurs during early childhood.

    Conclusions:

    • Early childhood is a critical period for developing symbolic thinking.
    • Understanding the nuances of early symbol acquisition informs educational practices.
    • Children's journey toward symbol mastery is rapid and transformative.