Module 1: Physical Development Flashcards
The candidate describes stages of physical development to inform the appropriate expectations of P-12 students.
What are the levels in Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs? (Level 1-8)
- Biological/Physiological.
- Safety
- Belongingness and Love
- Esteem
- Cognitive
- Aesthetic
- Self-actualization
- Transcendence
Which levels in Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs are Deficiency needs?
Deficiency needs are biological/physiological, safety, Belonging, and love.
How would you summarize Maslow’s Hierarch of Needs?
Levels of needs that we work towards to become fulfilled. (like the game chutes and ladders)
Describe Esteem and how you could meet the need in a classroom/school.
Esteem is achievement, status, responsibility, and reputation. In a classroom, it would be a line leader, stickers on assignments, or hanging up accomplishments on the wall.
Describe Cognitive and how you could meet the need in a classroom/school.
Cognitive is knowledge, meaning, and self-awareness. In a classroom, it would be to give students next-level work if they are bored.
Describe Aesthetic and how you could meet the need in a classroom/school.
The aesthetic is beauty, balance, or form. In a classroom, it could be an art class, music class, or dance class.
Describe Self-actualization and how you could meet the need in a classroom/school.
Self-actualization is personal growth or self-fulfillment. In a classroom, the student is the best reader or the best at math. What brings them joy!
According to Gesell, what are the levels/stages of physical development?
Infancy, Early Childhood, Middle Childhood, and Adolescence.
In the context of physical development discussed in the course, what are some differences between males and females?
Males grow taller and more muscular. Females’ growth slows and begins puberty sooner.
How long does Infancy last, and what development can be observed?
Infancy lasts 2-3 years from Birth to 2 years of age. You will see them hold up their head, roll over, reach for things, sit, crawl, begin to walk, increase coordination, and manipulate objects with their hands. By age 2, they will feed themselves with their hands, jump & run awkwardly, throw the ball, use a zipper, or make a tower of blocks.
How long does Early Childhood last, and what development can be observed?
Early childhood lasts 4-5 years from age 2-6 years old. Toddlers will Hop, tumble, play, swing, love to run, develop fine motor skills, string beads, and do jigsaw puzzles. By age 4, they can print their names, dress, undress themselves, and eat with utensils.
How long does Middle Childhood last, and what development can be observed?
Middle childhood lasts 4-5 years from age 6-10. You will see them have slow, steady weight gain, speed, and coordination improve, begin organized sports, refine fine motor skills, improve handwriting, and more representational drawings.
How long does Adolescence last, and what development can be observed?
Adolescence lasts 8-9 years from age 10-18. You will see them have rapid growth (3-5 inches), and girls begin puberty earlier; boys grow taller and more muscular, girls’ physical growth slows, boys’ physical growth continues, and they both reach sexual maturity.
Which levels in Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs are Growth needs?
Growth needs are esteem, cognitive, aesthetics, self-actualization, and transcendence.
In the classroom, what would snack time classify as in Maslow’s Hierarchy of needs?
Biological/Physiological
