FRHD 2270 Lecture Notes - Early Head Start, Ecological Systems Theory, Social Cognitive Theory

• School: University of Guelph
• Department: Family Relations and Human Development
• Course: FRHD 2270
• Professor: Robyn Pitman

Document Summary

Believed in tabula rosa" where children are born with no knowledge and gain knowledge through social experience. Jean-jacques rousseau-maturation theory-we are genetically predetermined and born with all the knowledge we need, have knowledge and laws and parents should not try to adjust behaviour. Continuous learning-development is linear, lessons and skills build on old lessons and skills. Must pass through first step to move onto the next step. Sigmund freud-created the psychodynamic theory and looked at what the biological roots are for things. Learned there were patterns from childhood conflict resolution caused issues as an adult. Id-primitive instincts that seek instant gratification of needs. Begins at birth, idea of i want it now . Ego-emerges in the 1st year of life where you learn you cannot get everything you want, begins to reason with the id. Superego- emerges during preschool years, learn about right and wrong. Looks at what is moral and is influenced by adults and parents.