key term - Schema

Definition

A schema is a mental framework or concept that helps organize and interpret information. It is a cognitive structure that represents our knowledge, beliefs, and expectations about the world.

Related terms

Assimilation:

This term refers to the process of incorporating new information into existing schemas.

Accommodation:

This term refers to the process of modifying existing schemas or creating new ones to incorporate new information.

Script: Scripts are mental representations or schemas that guide our understanding of events or routines. They help us anticipate what will happen next in familiar situations.