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Piaget (1961/1966, pp. 152–153) made the same commitments…

“Piaget (1961/1966, pp. 152–153) made the same commitments as Kant: Normative properties are required for knowing reality, and so, following Kant, such properties are not learned (Piaget, 1964, p. 176) nor are they innate (Piaget, 1936/1953, pp. 1–2).” quote by Ulrich Müller
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““Piaget (1961/1966, pp. 152–153) made the same commitments as Kant: Normative properties are required for knowing reality, and so, following Kant, such properties are not learned (Piaget, 1964, p. 176) nor are they innate (Piaget, 1936/1953, pp. 1–2).””

Ulrich Müller

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Kant’s influence on Piaget: knowledge requires normative properties that are neither learned nor innate.

In simple terms: Knowledge needs built‑in standards, not just experience or genetics.

Key Takeaway

Recognize the role of inherent logical structures in learning.

Themes

cognitive development epistemology philosophy of mind

Mood

analytical critical inquisitive

Type

theoretical academic

When to use this quote

  • education design
  • psychology research
  • philosophical debate
  • curriculum development

Key Concepts

normative properties Kantian influence Piagetian theory

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do normative properties shape our perception of reality?
  • Can knowledge exist without innate structures?
A Different Perspective

Assumes universal normative standards, which may not hold across cultures.

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