Wrap up Chapter 1 Flashcards by Tallynn Mattox

Community Cultural Wealth

A concept highlighting the strengths, knowledge, and skills within marginalized communities.

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What is scientific thinking?

The process of gathering knowledge in a testable and reliable way, questioning, testing, and cross-checking discoveries.

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What is developmental science?

The systematic study of human growth and change over time, aiming to explain and improve lives at all stages.

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What are the historical origins of developmental science?

It arose from combining scientific methods with advocacy for the rights of children, older adults, and vulnerable individuals.

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What are four key themes in developmental science?

Person-context interaction, universal vs. individual development, the impact of culture/community, and changes vs. stability

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How do family, community, country, and historical moment shape development?

A person’s environment, including culture, health, and financial status, impacts their development.

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What is culture?

Shared ideas, beliefs, and practices of a group that shape development.

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Developmental science

Systematic study of human growth and change.

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birth cohorts

Groups of people born during the same time period who share similar social and historical experiences.

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Individualistic

A perspective that emphasizes personal independence and individual goals over group interests.

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collectivist

A cultural orientation that values the needs and goals of the group over individual desires.

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Critical thinking

Rigorous analysis and questioning of information.

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Nature vs. Nurture

Debate about the influence of genetics vs. environment on development.

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Context

The various social, environmental, and cultural factors influencing development.

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continuous development?

Development that occurs gradually over time without distinct stages.

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critical thinking

The ability to analyze and evaluate information logically and systematically.

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Cultural humility

A mindset of learning from others and recognizing one’s limited understanding of different cultures.

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developmental niche

The combination of physical, social, and cultural factors that influence individual development.

developmental science

The scientific study of human development across the lifespan.

discontinuous development

Development that occurs in distinct stages, with major changes between stages.

Epigenetics

The study of how environmental factors can influence gene expression without changing the underlying DNA sequence.

ethnicity

A social group characterized by shared cultural practices, language, and traditions.

ethnotheories

Cultural beliefs and values that shape how parenting and child development are understood within a culture

gerontology

The study of aging and the challenges faced by older adults.

independent development

Development that emphasizes personal autonomy and self-sufficiency.

intersectionality

The interconnected nature of social categories (e.g., race, class, gender) that create overlapping systems of disadvantage.

individualistic

A cultural orientation that values personal goals and individual rights over group goals.

maturation

The process of biological growth and development that unfolds naturally over time.

lifespan development

The study of human development from conception to death, covering all stages of life.

nurture in development

The environmental influences and experiences that shape development.

nature in development

The genetic and hereditary factors that influence development.

science

A systematic approach to acquiring knowledge through observation and experimentation.

what is the term "people of color" used for?

A collective term to refer to individuals who are non-Caucasian.

Plasticity

The ability of the brain and behavior to change and adapt in response to experiences.

resilience

The ability to adapt or recover from difficult situations or adversity.

race

A social construct used to categorize individuals based on physical characteristics like skin color.

scientific method

A process of hypothesis formulation, data collection, and analysis to test ideas and solve problems.

socioeconomic status (SES)

A measure of an individual's or group's social and economic position based on income, education, and occupation.

sensitive periods

times in development when certain experiences or stimuli have a particularly strong impact.

stage in development

A distinct phase in development where specific characteristics or milestones are evident.

Bronfenbrenner’s Bioecological Model

A theory that emphasizes how a person's development is influenced by different environmental systems, ranging from immediate settings (microsystem) to broader societal contexts (macrosystem), and the interactions between these layers.

Garcia Coll’s Integrative Model

A model that uses cultural, social, and biological factors to explain how developmental outcomes are shaped by the interaction between the individual and their environment, emphasizing the role of culture and social context.

Yosso’s Community Cultural Wealth Model

A model that shows the strengths and cultural resources within marginalized communities, focusing on assets such as social, familial, and linguistic capital that shape development and resilience.