Sociocultural Theory in Developmental Psychology
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Which area of development focuses on examining learning, memory, problem-solving skills, and intelligence?

  • Physical development
  • Personality development
  • Cognitive development (correct)
  • Social development

    • What type of developmental specialist might examine the effects of malnutrition on the pace of growth in children?

  • Cognitive development specialist
  • Physical development specialist (correct)
  • Personality development specialist
  • Social development specialist

    • At what age is young adulthood typically assumed to begin in Western cultures?

  • 22
  • 25
  • 20 (correct)
  • 18

    • Which area of development focuses on personality and social growth?

    <p>Social development</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to sociocultural theory, development is described as:

    <p>A reciprocal transaction between people in a child's environment and the child.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Vygotsky believed that scaffolding in learning refers to:

    <p>The temporary support provided by teachers, parents, and others as children learn a task.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does Vygotsky suggest children develop cognitively according to sociocultural theory?

    <p>Through play and cooperation with others in their environment.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of sociocultural theory, how does having extended family nearby impact a child's sense of family life?

    <p>It influences the child's perception of family life differently compared to a child with relatives living far away.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main focus of physical development?

    <p>Brain, nervous system, muscles, sensory capabilities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A developmentalist interested in personality development would likely investigate _________?

    <p>Stable, enduring personality traits throughout the life span</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which aspect would a specialist in social development be most concerned with?

    <p>Interactions with others and social relationships</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common characteristic between physical, cognitive, social, and personality development?

    <p>Needs for food, drink, and sleep affect behavior</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which developmental area focuses on examining intellectual capabilities and problem-solving skills?

    <p>Cognitive development</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what context do cultural factors play a significant role according to the text?

    <p>Cognitive development</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How might membership in a specific cohort influence an individual's behavior?

    <p>By impacting their social interactions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which developmental aspect would be most concerned with the effects of historical events on human behavior?

    <p>Social development</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do cultural influences impact the age at which certain events are expected to occur?

    <p>By setting societal expectations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which key issue in lifespan development involves debating whether development is a smooth progression or occurs in distinct stages?

    <p>Continuity versus discontinuity in development</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What aspect of development does the nature-nurture controversy primarily focus on?

    <p>Influence of genetics versus environment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What term refers to a group of individuals who share the same birth year or time period and are influenced by common historical events?

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

    How do nonnormative life events differ from normative life events in influencing development?

    <p>Normative events follow a predictable timeline while nonnormative events are atypical.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do cultural influences impact human development according to the text?

    <p>Culture, including race and ethnicity, plays an important role in development.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why does the contextual perspective criticize the categorization of development into physical, cognitive, personality, and social factors?

    <p>Because it highlights the constant interaction between these different influences.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the humanistic perspective differ from the contextual perspective in terms of explaining human behavior?

    <p>Humanistic perspective emphasizes control over behavior, while contextual perspective highlights interactions with the environment.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of human development, what does the term 'self-actualization' primarily refer to?

    <p>The fulfillment of one's potential and becoming all that one is capable of being.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the contextual perspective view the influence of historical events on human development?

    <p>As a major factor shaping individual experiences and growth.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does culture play in shaping human development according to the contextual perspective?

    <p>It contributes to a person’s unique development within a social context.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How might growing up in a cohort where cell phone use is routine impact an individual's development compared to growing up in a cohort with less common cell phone use?

    <p>It may lead to increased social connectivity but decreased face-to-face communication skills.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do sociocultural-graded influences like race, ethnicity, and social class impact an individual's development?

    <p>They shape an individual's upbringing and experiences based on societal norms.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How might children raised in remote areas differ in upbringing from those raised in urban settings?

    <p>They experience different environmental stimuli which can shape their developmental outcomes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characterizes non-normative life events in an individual's development?

    <p>They are specific, atypical occurrences that deviate from the regular life course.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do different cultures perceive children who ask a lot of questions?

    <p>As highly intelligent individuals with strong emotional competence.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the sociocultural theory emphasize the role of culture in development?

    <p>It acknowledges the importance of culture in shaping children's skills and development.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What criticism is often directed towards Vygotsky's sociocultural theory?

    <p>It underestimates the impact of biological factors on development.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is sociocultural theory considered important in understanding development in multicultural societies?

    <p>Because it highlights the diverse influences that shape development.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was one of Vygotsky's key contributions to developmental psychology?

    <p>Acknowledging the importance of cultural factors in development.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does scaffolding play a role in children's skill acquisition according to Vygotsky's theory?

    <p>It encourages independence by gradually reducing support as children gain competence.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Vygotsky, how does cognitive development occur in children?

    <p>Through problem-solving interactions with adults and other children</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of lifespan development, what does the bioecological approach suggest?

    <p>The environment influences development at multiple levels</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did Vygotsky view the role of culture in human development?

    <p>Culture is essential for a full understanding of development</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the bioecological approach emphasize regarding biological influences?

    <p>They are important, but ecological influences are central to the theory</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does membership in a specific cohort influence an individual's behavior?

    <p>It shapes behavior through shared experiences and historical events</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the text suggest about the influences of parents' ages on infant development?

    <p>Younger parents tend to provide different influences compared to older parents</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Paul Baltes, what does development across the lifespan involve?

    <p>Both gains and losses in capabilities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what way do people shift their resource investments according to the text?

    <p>They invest more in growth activities as they age</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does vocabulary development change across the lifespan according to the text?

    <p>Vocabulary grows consistently throughout childhood and most of adulthood</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do developmentalists focus on when examining the effects of historical events on human behavior?

    <p>Individual responses to historical events</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How are nonnormative life events different from normative life events in influencing development?

    <p>Nonnormative events are less predictable than normative events</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When might membership in a specific cohort significantly influence an individual's behavior?

    <p>Throughout the entire lifespan</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do cultural influences impact the age at which certain events are expected to occur?

    <p>Cultural influences can shape expectations for when certain events happen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is understanding the social influences on people of a given age important according to the text?

    <p>It provides insights into the factors that shape individuals' behaviors and experiences</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the text suggest about adult development influencing infant development?

    <p>Adult development significantly shapes infant social environments</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What sets developmentalists’ theories apart from personal theories in lifespan development?

    <p>They are based on a systematic integration of prior findings.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do theories in lifespan development help developmentalists beyond summarizing and organizing observations?

    <p>They allow for drawing deductions that may not be immediately apparent.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key characteristic that distinguishes developmentalists’ theories from personal theories?

    <p>Systematic integration of prior findings</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which theoretical perspective in lifespan development emphasizes the unconscious mind and early childhood experiences?

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

    How do developmental theories differ from personal theories in terms of research testing?

    <p>Developmentalist theories are subject to rigorous testing, unlike personal theories.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which perspective in lifespan development focuses on observable behaviors and their environmental determinants?

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

    In what way do developmentalists’ theories differ from personal theories regarding organization of observations?

    <p>Developmentalists’ theories help summarize and organize prior observations.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which theoretical perspective in lifespan development focuses on free will, self-actualization, and the importance of growth?

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

    How does the text suggest race and ethnicity are defined?

    <p>By people's beliefs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the meaning of SOR in the context of the text?

    <p>Some Other Race</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of U.S. Census respondents changed their self-identification of race and ethnicity between 2000 and 2010?

    <p>6%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do the top 20 changes between the 2000 and 2010 census responses suggest about race and ethnicity?

    <p>They are socially constructed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term is used in the text to refer to American Indian and Alaska Native individuals?

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

    What did Liebler, Porter, et al. (2017) contribute to understanding race and ethnicity?

    <p>Analyzed U.S. Census data on self-identification changes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does Elbert Wang (2020) suggest researchers can categorize people with multiracial backgrounds?

    <p>Through self-identification data</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What conclusion does the data presented in Figure 1-1 lead to about race and ethnicity?

    <p>'Race' and 'ethnicity' are socially constructed concepts.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do changes in one environmental level affect development?

    <p>They may not make a difference if other levels are not changed.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the bioecological approach, what does the multidirectional influence among family members suggest?

    <p>Children also influence their parents' behavior.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does improving the school environment affect academic performance according to the text?

    <p>It may have a negligible effect if children lack support for academic success at home.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the importance of broad cultural factors in development highlight according to the text?

    <p>Cultural factors play a significant role in shaping development.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do various levels being related impact child development?

    <p>It ensures that changes in one part affect other parts of the system.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why do some critics of Vygotsky's sociocultural theory argue that he neglected biological factors in development?

    <p>Because he focused too much on cultural and social experiences</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what way does Vygotsky's perspective seem to minimize the role of individuals in shaping their environment?

    <p>By emphasizing cultural influences over individual actions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the key criticisms directed towards Vygotsky's sociocultural theory?

    <p>Ignoring the effects of biological factors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does Vygotsky's focus on culture in development relate to today's multicultural society?

    <p>It helps us understand the varied influences that shape development</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes Vygotsky as one of the first developmentalists in recognizing the importance of culture?

    <p>His acknowledgment of society's influence on skill development</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does scaffolding play a role in enabling children to carry out tasks independently according to Vygotsky's theory?

    <p>By providing temporary support that can be withdrawn as children become skilled</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is sociocultural theory considered influential in understanding development in a multicultural society?

    <p>Due to its recognition of the central importance of cultural factors</p> Signup and view all the answers

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