Chapter 1- Theories of Development

Question 1

A debate regarding the relative influence of heredity versus experience/the enviroment on development.While some developmental theorists underscore one over the other, both influence development.

Answer 1

Nature versus Nurture controversy

Question 2

The term used by the ancient Greek philosopher Aristotle & British philosopher John Locke to describe the mind as being blank at birth. This is an extreme nurture view in the nature vs. nurture controversy.

Answer 2

Tabula rasa