Jean Piaget has been one of my favourite educational psychologists to study. (Perhaps because he is French, I am not sure :)) His theory has been of great influence to my teaching career. My interaction with his work has forced me to be able provide students with a learning experience that allows them to match their experiences with the curriculum objectives. This is seen when students meet a word or an expression that they'd use over and over based on the fact that it resonates with their schema. I have also found that teachable moments are many in such lessons that bear the cognition of the students. I am greatly appreciative of Piaget's contribution, and how it allows me and other educators to see different levels of cognitive abilities and plan lessons accordingly.
Utica Christian
