Definition
What is the definition of development?
Development: Gradual increases in skills and abilities that occur over a lifetime.
Explain the theory of Classical Conditioning.
Classical Conditioning: Behavior can be associated with responses.
Who was the theorist of classical conditioning?
Pavlov.
What are the 3 main types of development?
1. Social-emotional
2. Physical
3. Cognitive
What age range is the preoperational stage in Piaget's Cognitive Theory?
2-7 Years old.
What is the definition of growth?
Physical changes (height, weight), does not have an age attached.
Explain the theory of Operant Conditioning.
Operant Conditioning: People tend to repeat behaviors that have positive result or are reinforced.
Who is the theorist of Operant Conditioning?
Skinner.
What are the 4 principles of development?
1. It is interrelated.
2.It is a gradual, continuous process.
3. It varies among individuals
4. Relatively orderly.
In what stage does a child begin to think logically and concretely based on Piaget's Theory?
Concrete Operational Stage.
What is the definition of fine-motor skills?
Fine-motor Skills: Skills that depend on the development of small muscles such as in the hand and wrist.
Explain the theory of Constructivism.
Constructivism: People actively construct their own knowledge and understanding of the world through experiences.
Who is the theorist of Sociocultural Theory?
Vygotsky.
The first 20 years of life.
Which theorist challenged Piaget's theory?
What is the definition of Social-Emotional Development?
Involves learning social skills and how to care for others; self control.
Explain the Social- Cognitive Theory.
Social-Cognitive Theory: People are affected by rewards and punishments but their reactions are based on own thoughts and motivations.
Who is the theorist of Psychosocial Theory?
Erikson.
Give the definition of both nature and nurture.
Nature: Genetics (biology)
Nurture: Environment, how someone is taken care of.
How many stages are in Erikson's Psychosocial Theory?
8 stages.
What is the definition of Developmental Theories?
Theorist analyze behavior and development to better understand how and why it occurs.
Explain the Sociocultural Theory.
Sociocultural Theory: Children are social beings and develop their minds through interactions with parents, peers, teachers, etc.
Who is the theorist of Experiential Learning Theory?
Kolb.
How many stages are in Piaget's Cognitive Theory?
4 stages.
Which theory is correct?
ALL OF THEM!