Week 1 and 2 Flashcards
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What is Bronfenbrenner’s Bioecological Model?
A theory that explains human development through five environmental systems: Microsystem, Mesosystem, Exosystem, Macrosystem, and Chronosystem.
What is the Microsystem in Bronfenbrenner’s theory?
Direct social interactions such as with family and close friends.
What characterizes the Authoritative parenting style?
High in warmth, control, expectations, and support for autonomy.
According to Erikson, what is the stage of development for ages 13–18?
Identity vs. Role Confusion: developing a sense of identity in various areas like occupation and gender.
What is hostile aggression?
Intentional harm inflicted through physical or verbal threats.
What is educational psychology?
The study of development, learning, motivation, teaching, and assessment in educational settings.
What does ‘evidence-based practice’ mean?
Educational practices based on research, expert insight, and knowledge of the context.
What is the scientific method in educational psychology?
A systematic approach involving observation, data collection, and hypothesis testing.
What are the types of research methods used?
Descriptive, correlational, experimental, qualitative, longitudinal, and cross-sectional.
What is a principle in psychology?
An established link between two or more factors.
What is a theory?
A set of interrelated concepts used to explain data and predict future outcomes.
What is action research?
Research conducted by teachers to improve their own practice.
What are the ethical principles in research?
Do good, avoid harm, be truthful, respect autonomy, and balance benefits and risks.
What is social and emotional learning (SEL)?
Acquiring skills to manage emotions, build relationships, and make responsible decisions.
What is the flipped classroom model?
Students study materials before class and use class time for interactive activities.
What is culture?
Shared knowledge, values, norms, and practices guiding behavior in a group.
How is race defined?
A socially constructed category based on perceived physical traits.
What is stereotype threat?
Anxiety about confirming a negative stereotype, which impairs performance.
What are culturally responsive approaches?
Teaching practices that respect and incorporate students’ cultural backgrounds.
What is the Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC)?
A commission documenting the impact of residential schools on Indigenous communities.
What is intersectionality?
Overlapping systems of disadvantage from multiple social categorizations.
What is socioeconomic status (SES)?
Composite measure based on income, education, and occupation.
How does poverty affect learning?
Impacts nutrition, attendance, self-concept, and access to learning resources.
What is the Head Start program?
A U.S. early childhood program promoting school readiness for children in poverty.