Analysis of Cognitive Development in Hayy Bin Yaqzhan's Novel and Its Implications for Education

Human cognition always develops with age. Human cognitive development is closely related to the learning process experienced throughout his life. This research aims to determine the concept of cognitive development according to Ibn Thufail's thoughts contained in the book Hayy bin Yaqzhan and its implications for education. This research is a type of qualitative research with a literature study approach. Research data was obtained from books, journals and relevant scientific research. The data obtained is then sorted and analyzed, then conclusions are drawn according to the research objectives. The results of the research show that cognitive development according to Ibn Thufail as contained in the book of Hayy bin Yaqzhan occurs through five phases, namely (1) Childhood Phase, (2) Mumayyiz/Puberty Phase, (3) Akil Baligh Phase, (4) Adult Phase, (5) Old Age. Meanwhile, the implications of Ibnu Thufail's thoughts regarding human cognitive development for the world of education relate to how to acquire knowledge, learning methods and the role of teachers in the classroom.