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?

    <p>Understanding and thinking about gender</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Active participants in defining themselves</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>In stages</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main focus of functionalists in society?

    <p>Identifying the basic elements of society</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Through mechanisms of social control</p> 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?

    <p>Role specialization was a functional necessity based on gender</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

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

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

    <p>Women</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Helping with agricultural and domestic activities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the Y chromosome?

    <p>Determine that a fertilized egg will evolve into a male</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Because traditional marriages lead to more satisfaction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do feminists aim to increase through various avenues?

    <p>Women's empowerment</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Only on X chromosomes</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Biological perspective</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Practical benefits of marriages</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>2 years</p> 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?

    <p>Gender stability</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Anthropological</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

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

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

    <p>20-30 minutes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to sociological perspectives, what is functionalism based on?

    <p>The concept of interdependent societal components contributing to the whole</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Group 3</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How are females generally socialized according to the text?

    <p>To value connections, care, and relationships</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Introduce themselves first</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Caribbean</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Understanding that gender is independent of external features</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>March 17, 2023</p> Signup and view all the answers

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