Infants Learn by Copying Intentional Actions

Infants learn by copying intentional actions and by noticing the goals behind them. Imitation helps babies figure out how to get things done, from reaching for a toy to showing what they want to another person.

Imitation is not always simple copying. Babies also need to tell which parts of an act...

Imitation is a form of social learning that goes beyond simply copying others? actions and involves understanding the goals and intentions behind behaviors.

For example, think of an infant watching their father drink from a water bottle. If the father accidentally drops the bottle while the lid is closed before taking a drink, the infant m...