Cognitive Development Theory: Social Learning and Gender Roles

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What did Sarah's dad reinforce her for?

Wearing a dress (correct)

Looking like a boy

Being silly

Playing with John

Why is John less likely to wear dresses in the future?

He wants to imitate James

He dislikes his dad's opinion

He dislikes dresses

He perceives boys don't wear them (correct)

Why is James unlikely to imitate wearing a dress?

He prefers boys' clothing

He wants to imitate John

He dislikes dresses

He perceives his brother was punished for it (correct)

According to cognitive psychologists, what drives changes in gender role behavior?

Understanding and thinking about gender Signup and view all the answers

How does cognitive development theory view the role of children in developing their gender identities?

Active participants in defining themselves Signup and view all the answers

According to Kohlberg's stage theory of gender development, how does a child's understanding of gender progress?

In stages Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of functionalists in society?

Identifying the basic elements of society Signup and view all the answers

According to functionalists, how can society restore equilibrium in the face of disruptive social change?

Through mechanisms of social control Signup and view all the answers

In preindustrial societies, what was the main reason behind assigning different tasks to men and women according to functionalists?

Role specialization was a functional necessity based on gender Signup and view all the answers

How did men typically contribute to social stability in preindustrial societies according to functionalists?

By being away from home for long periods and providing food for the family Signup and view all the answers

Which group in preindustrial societies was mainly responsible for childcare and household duties?

Women Signup and view all the answers

What was the role of children in preindustrial societies according to functionalists?

Helping with agricultural and domestic activities Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the Y chromosome?

Determine that a fertilized egg will evolve into a male Signup and view all the answers

Why do feminist scholars find it difficult to reconcile research on traditional and egalitarian marriages?

Because traditional marriages lead to more satisfaction Signup and view all the answers

What do feminists aim to increase through various avenues?

Women's empowerment Signup and view all the answers

According to genetic evidence, where are several genes controlling intelligence located?

Only on X chromosomes Signup and view all the answers

Which perspective offers an explanation for observable differences between men and women based on sex chromosomes?

Biological perspective Signup and view all the answers

What do feminist scholars often minimize when focusing on gender, marriage, and the family?

Practical benefits of marriages Signup and view all the answers

At what age does a child usually reach gender identity according to cognitive development theory?

2 years Signup and view all the answers

Which stage of gender development involves the child realizing that gender remains the same across time but is influenced by external features like clothing?

Gender stability Signup and view all the answers

Which perspective is NOT mentioned as an option for the theory selection in the assignment?

Anthropological Signup and view all the answers

In the context of cognitive development theory, what does gender constancy signify?

Realizing that gender remains the same over time regardless of external features Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum duration required for the group reports according to the instructions?

20-30 minutes Signup and view all the answers

According to sociological perspectives, what is functionalism based on?

The concept of interdependent societal components contributing to the whole Signup and view all the answers

In which group's assignment would you find topics related to Arabic and Tibetan cultures?

Group 3 Signup and view all the answers

How are females generally socialized according to the text?

To value connections, care, and relationships Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the main requirements for each member before presenting in the group report session?

Introduce themselves first Signup and view all the answers

Which world region is NOT included in the options for Group 1's assignment?

Caribbean Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes the third stage of gender development within cognitive development theory?

Understanding that gender is independent of external features Signup and view all the answers

What is the deadline provided for the reflection paper based on the given text?

March 17, 2023 Signup and view all the answers