The Rhyming Mind
Observing people in their natural groove, this method doesn't require them to move.
What is naturalistic observation?
Development occurs gradually, building on existing skills without distinct stages.
What is continuous development?
Researchers manipulate an independent variable to observe its effects on a dependent variable while controlling other factors.
What is an experimental study?
Through nine life stages, we learn and grow; from prenatal to late, the milestones show.
What are the periods of development?
This type of development occurs in distinct stages, with unique changes at each step.
What is discontinuous development?
The usage of the scientific method to test whether a pre-existing (unmanipulated) independent variable is correlated with a dependent variable outcome
What is a Quasi-experiment?
A child learns to walk, no guide in sight; this process unfolds as if by genetic right.
What is maturation?
This debate explores whether genetics or the environment play a larger role in shaping who we are.
What is the nature vs. nurture debate?
This type of study examines the relationship between two variables to identify patterns but cannot determine causation.
What is a correlational study?
For tracking one group over a long time's flow, this research method is the way to go.
What is a longitudinal research design?
This type of change arises from individual experiences, making it unique and not universal.
What are nonnormative changes?
A hybrid research method that combines the benefits of tracking different age groups and observing changes over time.
What is cross-sequential research?
Easy, difficult, or slow to adjust; these traits in babies are often discussed.
What are inborn biases?
These types of changes are shared by most individuals due to age or biological processes.
What are normative age-graded changes?
The in-depth examination of human development within the context of a specific culture
What is an ethnographic research?