Eced 10 Flashcards
Describe ecological system theory
It emphasizes the importance of the environment on human development
Urie Bronfenbrenner’s ecological system theory views the child as
developing with a complex system of relationships affected by multiple levels of the surrounding environment
according to Bronfenbrenner’s ecological system theory which level involves the relationship and interactions between different microsystem
mesosystem
how did Bronfenbrennerview individuals within the context of his ecological system theory
as active participants in shaping and being shaped by their environment
it provides the overarching cultural context that influences development
macrosystem
ecological system theory which level encompasses the cultural norms,societal values,and political system
macrosystem
consists of the brother social settings that indirectly influence the individual
exosystem
according to ecological system theory the priority that the gives to children’s needs affect the support they receive at inner levels of the environment
microsystem
according to ecological system theory how do interactions between different systems influence development
they can either support or hinder development
the historical context and time period in which development occurs
chronosystem