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What is the primary importance of developmental theories in the field of psychology?
What is the primary importance of developmental theories in the field of psychology?
What is the focus of Dr. Christopher Green's website at York University in Ontario, Canada?
What is the focus of Dr. Christopher Green's website at York University in Ontario, Canada?
Which population did G. Stanley Hall use to compile empirical data for his research?
Which population did G. Stanley Hall use to compile empirical data for his research?
What was NOT true of G. Stanley Hall, the earliest researcher to empirically study and describe children's development?
What was NOT true of G. Stanley Hall, the earliest researcher to empirically study and describe children's development?
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According to Darwin, which offspring reproduce in an ongoing process of natural selection?
According to Darwin, which offspring reproduce in an ongoing process of natural selection?
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Darwin's ideas had the most dramatic impact on scientists who took which approach to understanding development?
Darwin's ideas had the most dramatic impact on scientists who took which approach to understanding development?
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Which theory states that child development occurs according to a prearranged scheme or plan within the body?
Which theory states that child development occurs according to a prearranged scheme or plan within the body?
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Gesell's maturational theory most closely fits with the ideas of which philosopher?
Gesell's maturational theory most closely fits with the ideas of which philosopher?
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What is reflected in the idea that the mind of the human infant is tabula rasa at birth?
What is reflected in the idea that the mind of the human infant is tabula rasa at birth?
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What would parents who believe in the tabula rasa theory likely do?
What would parents who believe in the tabula rasa theory likely do?
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Who believed that the human infant is born a tabula rasa?
Who believed that the human infant is born a tabula rasa?
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What is an organized set of ideas that is designed to explain development?
What is an organized set of ideas that is designed to explain development?
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What was James Mark Baldwin known for?
What was James Mark Baldwin known for?
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Who would be most likely to give their 12-month-old daughter freedom to grow naturally and not try to shape her development?
Who would be most likely to give their 12-month-old daughter freedom to grow naturally and not try to shape her development?
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What is implied by the idea that infants are tabula rasa?
What is implied by the idea that infants are tabula rasa?
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What is a characteristic of a parent who believes in the tabula rasa theory?
What is a characteristic of a parent who believes in the tabula rasa theory?
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Study Notes
Tabula Rasa
- The idea that the mind of a human infant is tabula rasa (blank slate) at birth suggests that experience molds each person into a unique individual.
- This theory implies that nature (heredity) plays a minor role in an individual's development, and nurture (environment) plays a major role.
Jean-Jacques Rousseau
- Believed that the human infant is born a tabula rasa.
- Thought that infants were born with an innate sense of justice and morality.
- Advocated that parents should teach their children rationality and self-control.
Child Development Theories
- A theory is an organized set of ideas designed to explain development.
- Developmental theories are important in psychology to explain behavior and make predictions about development.
James Mark Baldwin
- A pioneer in the study of child development who believed that research should come before theories.
- Established the first psychological laboratory in Canada.
Dr. Christopher Green
- Developed a website focusing on the history of psychology in Canada.
G. Stanley Hall
- The earliest researcher to empirically study and describe children's development.
- Goal was to reconstruct the study of psychology to include the study of children.
- Studied about 100,000 children to describe the "normal" child.
- Based his work on the physical sciences.
Charles Darwin
- Believed that the best-adapted offspring reproduce in an ongoing process of natural selection.
Theories of Development
- Maturational theory states that child development occurs according to a prearranged scheme or plan within the body.
- Gesell's maturational theory is similar to Rousseau's ideas.
Other Theories
- Psychodynamic theory has a focus on the role of the unconscious mind in development.
- Ecological theory has a focus on the interaction between the individual and their environment.
- Biological perspective focuses on the role of heredity in development.
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Explore the theories of human development, including the concept of tabula rasa and the role of nature vs. nurture. Learn about Jean-Jacques Rousseau's beliefs on innate morality and his approach to parenting.
