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6.1 The Lifespan and Physical Development in Childhood
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A. Explain the process of conception and gestation, including factors that influence successful pre-natal development.
B. Discuss the interaction of nature and nurture (including cultural variations), specifically physical development, in the determination of behavior. C. Discuss maturation of motor skills. |
6.2 Social Development in Childhood
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D. Describe the influence of temperament and other social factors on attachment and appropriate socialization
E. Identify the contributions of major researchers in developmental psychology in the area of social development in childhood. F. Discuss the interaction of nature and nurture (including cultural variations), specifically social development, in the determination of behavior. G. Explain how parenting styles influence development.
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6.3 Cognitive Development in Childhood
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H. Explain the maturation of cognitive abilities (Piaget’s stages).
I. Identify the contributions of major researchers in the area of cognitive development in childhood.
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6.4 Adolescent Development
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J. Discuss maturational challenges in adolescence, including related family conflicts.
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6.5 Adulthood and Aging
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K. Characterize the development of decisions related to intimacy as people mature.
L. Predict the physical and cognitive changes that emerge through the lifespan, including steps that can be taken to maximize function. M. Identify the contributions of key researchers in the area of adulthood and aging.
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6.6 Moral Development
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N. Identify the contributions of major researchers in the area of moral development.
O. Compare and contrast models of moral development. |
