@ARTICLE{26583223_39150664_2011, author = {Yulia Batenova}, keywords = {, developmental potential, computer game, preschool age, theoretical thinkingpractical thinking}, title = {Development of Preschoolers’ Thinking within Computer Gaming Activity}, journal = {Psychology. Journal of Higher School of Economics}, year = {2011}, volume = {8}, number = {4}, pages = {59-72}, url = {https://psy-journal.hse.ru/en/2011-8-4/39150664.html}, publisher = {}, abstract = {The problem of influence of informational technology upon preschoolers’ development is studied. The paper also present results of a formative experiment investigating the influence of computer-based learning games upon development of thinking in 6-7 year old children. An attempt to define the extent of the effect of computer games on preschoolers’ development is made. The theoretical considerations and experimental data indicate that computer games promote development of practical thinking.}, annote = {The problem of influence of informational technology upon preschoolers’ development is studied. The paper also present results of a formative experiment investigating the influence of computer-based learning games upon development of thinking in 6-7 year old children. An attempt to define the extent of the effect of computer games on preschoolers’ development is made. The theoretical considerations and experimental data indicate that computer games promote development of practical thinking.} }