Kolbergs Theory Flashcards
1
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what year did kolbery develop his theory
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1966
2
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what is the basis of kolbergs theory
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- a child’s understanding of gender becomes more sophisticated with age as a result of biological maturity
3
Q
what are the 3 stages of kolbergs theory
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- gender identity
- gender stability
- gender constancy
4
Q
when does gender identity take place
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age 2
5
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when does gender stability take place
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age 4
6
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when does gender constancy take place
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age 6
7
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characteristics of gender identity
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- can correctly identify themselves as boy or girl
- can identify others as boy or girl
- do not view gender as fixed
8
Q
characteristics of gender stability
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- realisation that their gender is fixed
- cannot apply this with others
9
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characteristics of gender constancy
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- gender stays constant across all situations
- seeks out gender appropriate role models
10
Q
strengths of kolbergs theory
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- research support
- there is evidence to prove that gender constancy happens around 6
- Damon (1977) told children a story a out a boy who likes to play with toys
- 4 year old said it was fine for the boy to play with the doll
- 6 year old said that it was wrong
11
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limitations of Kolbergs Theory
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