Describe each of the three domains of development (physical, cognitive, and psychosocial) and provide an example of each.
Describe each of the three domains of development (physical, cognitive, and psychosocial) and provide an example of each.
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theories and discuss why you agree or disagree with this theory. You
can use one of the other theories to support your position.
Psychosocial stages of development (Erikson)
Think back on your high school years. Discuss how you have developed since then; cognitively, physically, and psychosocially.
Identify
three personal goals. Now, review Abraham Maslow’s hierarchy of needs.
Describe Maslow’s theory, and explain how your goals either align or do
not align with his theory. Provide specific details to demonstrate your
knowledge of Maslow’s theory.
Issues related to sexual orientation
have been at the forefront of the current political landscape. What do
you think about the legalization of same-sex marriage? Be sure to use
appropriate language and discuss your position based on what you learned
in this lesson.
Schools often use concrete rewards to increase
adaptive behaviors. How might this be a disadvantage for students
intrinsically motivated to learn? How do grades on assignments impact
your learning?
Compare and contrast situational influences and
dispositional influences and give an example of each. Explain how
situational influences and dispositional influences might explain
inappropriate behavior.
Name and describe at least three social roles
you have adopted for yourself. Why did you adopt these roles? What are
some roles that are expected of you, but that you try to resist?
Consider
recent news stories on race and sex. Some people are more willing to
openly display prejudice regarding sexual orientation than prejudice
regarding race and gender, or maybe the other way around; some people
are more willing to openly display prejudice regarding race than
prejudice towards sexual orientation. Speculate why this might be. Use
what you learned in this lesson to support your response.