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Executive Function Development Model – Philip David Zelazo

A comprehensive academic analysis of Philip David Zelazo’s Executive Function Development Model, exploring CCC theory, the IR model, and clinical applications.

Dr. Mohammed Looti An academic and researcher specialized in
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Dr. Marwa Abd-Alazim PhD in Psychology
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Hierarchical Rule Structures in CCC Theory:

Level 1: Univalent Rule
[Stimulus Feature] ————-> [Action]
(e.g., “Car”) (“Bin 1”)

Level 2: Bivalent, Non-Hierarchical Rule Pair
[Feature A: “Car”] ————-> [Action 1: “Bin 1”]
[Feature B: “Flower”] ———-> [Action 2: “Bin 2”]

Level 3: Hierarchical Rule (Bivalent with Higher-Order Setting Rule)
[Higher-Order Rule]
(e.g., “Play the Shape Game”)
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[Sub-Rule 1] [Sub-Rule 2]
If “Car” -> Action 1 If “Flower” -> Action 2

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Looti, M. (2026, September 6). Executive Function Development Model – Philip David Zelazo. PSYCHOLOGICAL DATABASE. https://english.arabpsychology.com/theories/executive-function-development-model-philip-david-zelazo/
Looti, Mohammed. “Executive Function Development Model – Philip David Zelazo.” PSYCHOLOGICAL DATABASE, 6 September 2026, https://english.arabpsychology.com/theories/executive-function-development-model-philip-david-zelazo/.
Looti, Mohammed. “Executive Function Development Model – Philip David Zelazo.” PSYCHOLOGICAL DATABASE. September 6, 2026. https://english.arabpsychology.com/theories/executive-function-development-model-philip-david-zelazo/.