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What is the central debate in the nature-nurture issue of human development?
What is the central debate in the nature-nurture issue of human development?
According to Mark Van Doren, what two statements are true about human beings?
According to Mark Van Doren, what two statements are true about human beings?
What is the primary concern of the activity-passivity issue in human development?
What is the primary concern of the activity-passivity issue in human development?
What is the focus of the continuity-discontinuity issue in human development?
What is the focus of the continuity-discontinuity issue in human development?
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What is the main concern of the universality-context specificity issue in human development?
What is the main concern of the universality-context specificity issue in human development?
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What is the implication of the nature-nurture debate on early education?
What is the implication of the nature-nurture debate on early education?
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Which issue of human development is concerned with the role of human agency?
Which issue of human development is concerned with the role of human agency?
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What is the focus of the learning activity that involves discussing the implications of human development issues on early education?
What is the focus of the learning activity that involves discussing the implications of human development issues on early education?
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Which issue of human development is concerned with the role of cultural and social factors?
Which issue of human development is concerned with the role of cultural and social factors?
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What is the emphasis of the continuity-discontinuity issue in human development?
What is the emphasis of the continuity-discontinuity issue in human development?
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Study Notes
Introduction to Human Development
- Each individual has a unique perspective on human development influenced by various approaches.
- Experts have created models based on research to address issues in individual development.
- Understanding basic issues of human development is essential for educators and learners alike.
Learning Outcomes
- Gain insights into fundamental human development issues.
- Explore implications of development issues for early childhood education.
- Formulate a research-based position on human development topics.
Reflection Activity
- Reflect on personal development from childhood to adolescence.
- Consider influences of biological inheritance versus environmental experiences.
- Assess whether development reflects gradual, cumulative changes or distinct phases.
- Evaluate the elements of stability versus change in personal development.
Key Theories on Human Development
- Plato's Perspective: Children are born with innate knowledge that guides their development.
- John Locke's Tabula Rasa: Human infants are ‘blank slates’ shaped by experiences; parenting influences development shapes.
Key Issues in Human Development
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Nature vs. Nurture:
- Nature: Emphasizes biological inheritance and genetics as key determinants of behavior and characteristics.
- Nurture: Focuses on environmental influences that mold individual experiences, child-rearing practices, and societal variations.
- Advocates for both sides assert their influences on developmental milestones and life paths.
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Activity vs. Passivity:
- Activity Theorists: Suggest individuals actively shape their development through exploration and personal choices (e.g., interests in toys reflecting gender roles).
- Passivity Theorists: Argue that development is primarily influenced by external factors, with individuals being shaped by their environments and experiences.
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Continuity vs. Discontinuity:
- Continuity Perspective: Proposes gradual changes in development, asserting that growth occurs in small, incremental steps (e.g., yearly weight gain).
- Discontinuity Perspective: Suggests development features abrupt changes, like growth spurts, depicting development as a series of significant level upgrades (e.g., sudden height increases in adolescence).
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Explore the different approaches to understanding human development and their applications. Learn how experts in the field evaluate human development and gain a conceptual context for better understanding. This quiz is based on Lesson 3 of the course material by Associate Professor Neil Christian T. Corales.
