Introduction to Human Development Flashcard

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Which of the following is a key difference between growth and development?

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Growth refers to physical changes, while development refers to cognitive changes.

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Which of the following is not one of the main types of human development discussed in the presentation? Physical development, Cognitive development, Emotional development, Technological development

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Technological development

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According to the presentation, which of the following is a key principle of human development? Options: All individuals progress through development at the exact same rate, Development is a one-way, linear process, Developmental changes occur at slightly different times for each individual, Heredity completely determines an individual's development

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Developmental changes occur at slightly different times for each individual

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What is the main purpose of developmental theories according to the presentation?

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To explain why people act and behave the way they do over time

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Which of the following environmental factors has the least impact on an individual's development? Family, Peers, Community, Media

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Media

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According to the presentation, what is the relationship between heredity and environment in terms of influencing development?

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Heredity and environment interact to jointly influence development.

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The presentation suggests that the influence of peers on development increases during which stage of life? Options: Early childhood, Middle childhood, Adolescence, Adulthood

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Adolescence

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According to the presentation, which factors can interrupt normal development? Nutrition and physical activity, Family influence, Peer relationships, Diseases and illnesses

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Diseases and illnesses

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The effects of media on development are typically?

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Gradually emerging over time

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According to the presentation, what is a key benefit of using developmental theories in teaching? Options: They provide proven facts about what students are capable of, They strictly categorize students into stages of development, They give teachers a broader perspective beyond their own experiences, They isolate the specific factors that determine student development

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They give teachers a broader perspective beyond their own experiences