What is assimilation?

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Chaoyi Z.
May 1, 2016

Assimilation is interpreting our new experiences in terms of our existing schemas

Explanation:

Assimilation and accommodation are complimentary. The two theories were uncovered by psychologist Jean Piaget.

Accommodation will happen when assimilation is not possible. Accommodation involves changing our existing schemas to accommodate new information.

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