Exploring Human Development Theories

What are some words, phrases, or ideas that come to mind as you reflect on what you've learned over the past 7 weeks?
(I.E. What do you hope is on the midterm bc you know you know it!)

Celene and Eric are studying human development and come across a theory that outlines eight distinct stages, each with its own psychosocial challenge. Which psychologist is known for proposing this theory?

• Jean Piaget

• Erik Erikson

• Lev Vygotsky

• John Bowlby

Karen is now able to solve math problems using objects she can see and touch, like counting blocks or sorting shapes. At what stage in Piaget’s theory does Karen begin to use logical thought about concrete events?

• Sensorimotor

• Preoperational

• Concrete Operational

• Formal Operational

Citlaly is studying how children learn best in a classroom. She notices that when students work together and interact, they seem to understand new concepts more quickly. Which theorist's Social Development Theory, emphasizing the role of social interaction in learning, is Citlaly most likely applying in her observations?

• Erik Erikson

• Jean Piaget

• Lev Vygotsky

• Mary Ainsworth

When Harper was born, the nurse noticed that whenever something touched the roof of Harper’s mouth, Harper would automatically begin to perform a certain reflex. Which reflex, crucial to an infant’s survival, is this?

• grasping

• sucking

• stepping

Citlaly is a newborn who seeks comfort and security from her mother, especially when she is upset or frightened. Which term describes the emotional bond between Citlaly and her primary caregiver?

• Assimilation

• Attachment

• Accommodation

• Scaffolding

Jeivann is observing his infant sister while his dad cooks dinner and wonders when she'll start to walk on her own. At what age might Jeivann notice his younger sister begin to walk independently?

• 3 months

• 6 months

• 12 months

• 24 months

Elizabeth is playing with her favorite toy. When her mother hides the toy under a blanket, Elizabeth starts searching for it. According to Piaget, what key developmental milestone is Sophia demonstrating in the sensorimotor stage?

• Conservation

• Object Permanence

• Abstract Reasoning

• Egocentrism

When Karen's caregiver leaves the room, Karen becomes visibly upset. However, when the caregiver returns, Karen quickly calms down and seeks comfort from them. Which type of attachment does Karen display?

• Secure Attachment

• Avoidant Attachment

• Ambivalent Attachment

• Disorganized Attachment

When the germ cell from J-Lo combines with the germ cell of Marc Anthony, what is formed?

• ovum

• zygote

• sperm

• uterus