To prepare for this discussion please read Chapter 4 of your textbook. In addition watchBabiesand read Independence and Interdependence in Childrens Developmental Experiences. You must also find one scholarly article to inform your thinking (see instructions below). Finally review Instructor Guidance and Announcements. In this discussion you will consider development across cultures by describing mainstream and (cross) cultural research and applying content to your own life. Be sure to use your ownacademic voiceand applyin-text citationsappropriately throughout your post.
Developmental psychologists study physical cognitive and social changes from womb to tomb. One point of contention amongst developmentalists concerns the relative influence of nature (i.e. biological inheritance) versus nurture (i.e. environmental affordance). In this discussion you will consider these issues.
Post your initial response of 250 words or more byDay 3 (Thursday). Respond to at least two of your peers byDay 7 (Monday). You are encouraged to post one or more of your required replies early each week (e.g. by Saturday) to stimulate more meaningful and interactive discourse in the discussion forum. In addition strive to provide a response to classmates who replied to your initial post and/or the Instructor (if applicable). Peer responses may vary in length but should be carefully crafted and insightful. Below are some suggestions to assist your thinking.
Guided Response: Reply to at least one peer who chose a concept other than the one you selected and two or more peers overall. The goal of the discussion forum is to foster continual dialogue similar to what might occur in a verbal face-to-face exchange. Consider the following questions in your responses: