A Level Psychology OCR Practice Exam

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What is the process of changing a schema to better match reality called in Piaget's theory?

  1. Assimilation

  2. Adaptation

  3. Accommodation

  4. Equilibrium

The correct answer is: Accommodation

In Piaget's theory, the process of changing a schema to better match reality is known as accommodation. This occurs when individuals encounter new information that does not fit within their existing schemas. Rather than simply incorporating this new information into their current understanding (which is referred to as assimilation), they must modify their schemas to accommodate the new insights. For example, if a child with a schema for 'dogs' sees a cat and initially thinks it is a dog, they may need to adjust their schema to categorize cats and dogs correctly as separate animals. This adaptive process helps individuals develop a more accurate understanding of the world around them.

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