Kohlbergs Theory

Question 1

What are the three stages of development

Answer 1

1. Gende identity- 2-3 years
2. Geder stability 4 yrs
3. Gender constancy- 6 yrs

Question 2

Describe the gender identity stage

Answer 2

Child identify themselves as a boy/girl and others as boy/ girl
Doesn’t view gender as fixed

Question 3

Describe the gender stability stage

Answer 3

Realise they stay the same gender but cannot apply to other people

Question 4

Describe the gender constancy stage

Answer 4

Gender remains constant at all situations and they seek gender appropriate role models

Question 5

What did kohlberg suggest

Answer 5

Childs understanding of gender gets more sophisticated with age

Question 6

What is a strength of kohlbergs theory of gender development

Answer 6

Damon- watch a video. George play with a doll 4yr old say its okay 6 yr olds did not

Question 7

Two imitations of kohlbergs Terry

Answer 7

1. Ben said we identify by genitalia, 40% kids 3-4 demonstrate constancy if shown a naked photo
2. Dif degrees of constancy- choose gender friends before constancy shows second gegree may heighten gender norms