Life Span Developmental Psychology for Teachers: Professional Development

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Overview of Life Span Developmental Psychology

Life Span Developmental Psychology for Teachers: Professional Development 129K views 8 min

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22 hours of educational videos

218 self-paced lessons

22 practice tests

Expert Contributor: Natalie Boyd

Natalie is a teacher and holds an MA in English Education and is in progress on her PhD in psychology.

21 chapters in Life Span Developmental Psychology for Teachers: Professional Development

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Ch 1. Domains of Human Development
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Overview of Life Span Developmental Psychology Video Take Quiz
Life Span Developmental Psychology studies how humans grow and change throughout their whole life. Explore the main concepts of Life Span Developmental Psychology such as multidimensionality, multidirectionality, and plasticity. These concepts all illustrate which ways a person grows and changes throughout their life. Take Quiz
Paul Baltes and the Lifelong Development Theory of Psychology Video Take Quiz
What is Development? - Growth, Maturation & Learning Video Take Quiz
Behavioral, Cognitive, Developmental, Social Cognitive & Constructivist Perspectives Video Take Quiz
Continuity and Discontinuity in Development Video Take Quiz
What are Cognitive, Social, and Emotional Development? Video Take Quiz
Intro to Personality Video Take Quiz
What Is Physical Development? - Definition and Examples Video Take Quiz
Agents of Socialization: Family, Schools, Peers and Media Video Take Quiz
Functions of School: Socialization, Cultural Transmission, Integration & Latent Functions Video Take Quiz
Gender Differences: The Nature Versus Nurture Debate Video Take Quiz
Evolutionary Theory's Applications to Learning Video Take Quiz
Gottlieb's Epigenetic Psychobiological Systems Perspective: Concepts & Definitions Video Take Quiz
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Piaget's Theory of Cognitive Development Video Take Quiz
Jerome Bruner's Theory of Development: Discovery Learning & Representation Video Take Quiz
Robbie Case's Theory of Development: Neo-Piagetian Perspective Video Take Quiz
Attachment Theory: Definition & Criticism of Bowlby & Ainsworth's Theories Video Take Quiz
Erik Erikson's Eight Stages of Psychosocial Development: Conflicts & Growth Video Take Quiz
Freud and Erikson's Approaches to Psychoanalytic Theory: Differences & Analysis Video Take Quiz
Classical Conditioning vs. Operant Conditioning: Differences and Examples Video Take Quiz
Psychologist John Watson & the Little Albert Experiment Video Take Quiz
Albert Bandura: Social-Cognitive Theory and Vicarious Learning Video Take Quiz
Social-Cognitive Learning Theory: Definition and Examples Video Take Quiz
Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs: Definition, Theory & Pyramid Video Take Quiz
Carl Rogers' Humanistic Theory and Psychotherapy Video Take Quiz
Bronfenbrenner's Ecological Systems Theory of Development: Definition & Examples Video Take Quiz
Lev Vygotsky's Theory of Cognitive Development Video Take Quiz
Theories of Adult Development: Levinson, Vaillant & Neugarten Video Take Quiz
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Genetics: Heredity, Traits & Chromosomes Video Take Quiz
Exceptions to Independent Assortment: Sex-Linked and Sex-Limited Traits Video Take Quiz
Genetic Disorders: Penetrance & Phenotypic Variability Video Take Quiz
Parts of a Chromosome & Their Roles Video Take Quiz
How is DNA Organized into Chromosomes? - Structure & Function Video Take Quiz
Natural Selection & Adaptation: Definition, Theory & Examples Video Take Quiz
Types of Studies in Behavioral Genetics: Twin, Family & Adoption Video Take Quiz
The Genetic Code: Influence of Mitosis, Meiosis & Crossing Over Video Take Quiz
The Influence of Single Gene-Pair Inheritance on Development Video Take Quiz
The Influence of Sex-Linked and Polygenic Inheritance on Development Video Take Quiz
Genetic Abnormalities in Human Growth and Development Video Take Quiz
How Genetics and the Environment Interact in Human Development Video Take Quiz
Is Intelligence Genetic? - Genes' Influence on Intellectual Abilities Video Take Quiz
Is Personality Genetic? - DNA's Influence on Temperament Video Take Quiz
Genetic Influence on Psychological Disorders Video Take Quiz
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Ovulation to Implantation: Oocyte's Path through Uterine Tubes Video Take Quiz
Prenatal Stages and Development: Germinal, Embryonic & Fetal Period Video Take Quiz
Principles of Growth and Development Video Take Quiz
The Placenta and the Fetus: Structure and Function Video Take Quiz
The Amnion and the Umbilical Cord: Structure and Function Video Take Quiz
Gastrulation and the 3 Germ Layers (Ectoderm, Endoderm & Mesoderm) Video Take Quiz
Prenatal Stages of Brain Development Video Take Quiz
The Prenatal Environment and Hazards to Healthy Prenatal Development Video Take Quiz
The Impact of Mother's Emotional and Physical State on the Prenatal Environment Video Take Quiz
Prenatal Genetic Counseling and Assessment Video Take Quiz
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The Perinatal Environment and Potential Hazards During the Birth Process Video Take Quiz
Fetal Dystocia: Normal and Abnormal Fetal Positions Prior to Childbirth Video Take Quiz
Childbirth: The Role of Hormones in Labor and Delivery Video Take Quiz
Childbirth Methods: Natural Delivery, Medicated Delivery & C-Section Video Take Quiz
Premature Births and Associated Complications Video Take Quiz
The Three Stages of Labor: Dilation, Expulsion & Placental Video Take Quiz
Childbirth Issues: Cultural Differences, Low Birth Weight & Injuries Video Take Quiz
The Neonatal Period: Changes During the First Month of Life Video Take Quiz
The Neonatal Environment: Definition & Assessment Video Take Quiz
Identifying the Reflexes of Newborns Video Take Quiz
Multiple Births: Symptoms, Difficulties & Types Video Take Quiz
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Habituation: Attention in Children Video Take Quiz
Infant Cognitive Development: Sensorimotor Stage & Object Permanence Video Take Quiz
Infant Creativity and Intelligence Video Take Quiz
Memory and Information Processing in Infants Video Take Quiz
Stages of Language Development: Pre-Linguistic and Symbolic Language Video Take Quiz
Language Learning in Infants and Toddlers Video Take Quiz
Jerome Kagan's Research on Temperament in Toddlers Video Take Quiz
George Herbert Mead's Stages of Self and Development in Toddlers Video Take Quiz
The Impact of Abuse and Neglect on Child Growth & Development Video Take Quiz
The Pros & Cons of Day Care: Characteristics & Outcomes Video Take Quiz
Emotional Expression in the First Two Years of Life Video Take Quiz
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Physical Development in Early Childhood Video Take Quiz
Nutrition, Health, and Safety in Early Childhood Video Take Quiz
Piaget's Preoperational Stage and Symbolic Thought Video Take Quiz
The Effects of Environment and Culture on Language Development Video Take Quiz
The Nativist Perspective and Language Development Video Take Quiz
Early Childhood Education: Programs and Benefits Video Take Quiz
Cognitive Development in Children: Conservation, Decentration & Centration Video Take Quiz
How Children Understand Change: Reversibility, Transformation Thought & Static Thought Video Take Quiz
The Role of Play in Cognitive Development Video Take Quiz
Fast Mapping: Carey's & Bartlett's Study and the Relation to Extended Mapping Video Take Quiz
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Sense of Self and Self-Socialization: The Development of Self-Views Video Take Quiz
Social Development of Children: Self-Esteem Video Take Quiz
Impact of Parenting Styles on Different Styles of Learners Video Take Quiz
Family Systems: Definition and Types Video Take Quiz
Carol Gilligan's Theory of Moral Development Video Take Quiz
Kohlberg's Stages of Moral Development Video Take Quiz
Moral & Prosocial Behavior: Definitions & Examples of Classroom Applications Video Take Quiz
The Role of Culture, School, and Media in Social and Emotional Development Video Take Quiz
Fears and Anxieties in Early Childhood Video Take Quiz
Emotion Regulation and Aggression in Early Childhood Video Take Quiz
Social Issues that Impact Early Childhood Development Video Take Quiz
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Physical Development in Middle Childhood Video Take Quiz
Health and Fitness in Middle Childhood Video Take Quiz
Bilingual Education, Immersion & Multicultural Education Video Take Quiz
Behavioral Characteristics of Children with Asperger Syndrome Video Take Quiz
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder: Definition of ADHD Video Take Quiz
What Is a Non-Traditional Family? - Definition of Options Video Take Quiz
Peer Relationships in Middle Childhood Video Take Quiz
The Role of School in Children's Social & Emotional Development Video Take Quiz
Stress and Resilience in Middle Childhood Video Take Quiz
Adjustment Difficulty in Middle Childhood Video Take Quiz
Social Issues in Middle Childhood & Their Effects on Development Video Take Quiz
Latchkey and Self-Care Children in Middle Childhood Video Take Quiz
The Effect of Culture, Socialization & Culture Shock on Education Video Take Quiz
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Concrete Operational Stage of Child Development: Piaget's Logical Principles Video Take Quiz
Understanding Change in Middle Childhood: Reversibility & Reciprocity Video Take Quiz
Attention, Memory, and Meta-Cognition Development in Middle Childhood Video Take Quiz
Child Creativity and Intelligence Video Take Quiz
What is Gardner's Theory of Multiple Intelligences? Video Take Quiz
Sternberg's Triarchic Theory of Intelligence Video Take Quiz
Learning Disabilities: How to Identify Children with a Learning Disability Video Take Quiz
Learning Disorders and Disabilities: Definition, Causes, Treatment and Diagnosis Video Take Quiz
Advanced Cognitive Development and Renzulli's Triad Video Take Quiz
Intrinsic and Extrinsic Motivation in Education: Definition & Examples Video Take Quiz
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Changes in Sense of Self From Childhood to Adolescence Video Take Quiz
Erikson's Identity vs. Role Confusion in Adolescent Development Video Take Quiz
James Marcia's Identity Theory: Understanding Adolescents' Search For Identity Video Take Quiz
Cognitive Development in Adolescence: Piaget's Formal Operations Stage Video Take Quiz
Changes in Cognitive Development During Adolescence Video Take Quiz
Kohlberg's Theory of Moral Development in Adolescence Video Take Quiz
Gilligan's Theory of Moral Development in Adolescent Girls Video Take Quiz
Elkind's Theory of Adolescent Egocentrism Video Take Quiz
Decision Making and Risk Taking Behaviors in Adolescence Video Take Quiz
Social Development of Adolescents: Identity Video Take Quiz
Family Values and Relationships in Adolescence Video Take Quiz
Peers, Schools, and Adolescent Development Video Take Quiz
Problems with Adjustment in Adolescence Video Take Quiz
Life Situation Issues in Adolescence Video Take Quiz
Stereotypes and Cultural Factors During Adolescence Video Take Quiz
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Sternberg's Triangular Theory of Love: Definition, Examples & Predictions Video Take Quiz
Theories of Love: Definition, Examples & Predictions Video Take Quiz
Friendship and Marriage in Early Adulthood Video Take Quiz
Social Development of Adults: Self Concept Video Take Quiz
Family Life Stages and Traditions: Courtship, Marriage, Child Rearing & Aging Video Take Quiz
The Family Cycle & Adult Development: Marriage, Parenthood & the Empty Nest Video Take Quiz
Achievement in Early Adulthood: Work & Socioemotional Success Video Take Quiz
Career Choices in Early Adulthood Video Take Quiz
Gender Identity and Roles in Early Adulthood Video Take Quiz
Marital Issues in Early Adulthood Video Take Quiz
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Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) Personality Framework: Strengths & Weaknesses Video Take Quiz
Middle Adulthood Transitions: Mid-Life Crisis & Empty Nest Syndrome Video Take Quiz
Stability vs. Change in Personality Video Take Quiz
What is Job Satisfaction: Definition, Causes and Factors Video Take Quiz
Job Dissatisfaction: Causes, Reasons and Employee Responses Video Take Quiz
Family Configurations and Changes in Middle Adulthood Video Take Quiz
Divorce and Remarriage in Adulthood Video Take Quiz
Gender Role Changes in Middle Adulthood Video Take Quiz
Job Performance, Career Change, and Unemployment in Middle Adulthood Video Take Quiz
Workplace Satisfaction Issues: Problems & Solutions Video Take Quiz
Cultural Differences in Middle Adulthood Video Take Quiz
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Psychosocial Theories of Aging Video Take Quiz
Major Mental Health Concerns in Late Adulthood Video Take Quiz
Cognitive Development in Late Adulthood Video Take Quiz
Influences on Development in Late Adulthood Video Take Quiz
Spirituality, Religiosity, and Aesthetics Video Take Quiz
Social Context of Aging: Communities, Neighborhoods, and Housing Video Take Quiz
Relationships in Late Adulthood Video Take Quiz
Divorce, Marriage, and Cohabitation in Late Adulthood Video Take Quiz
Achievement in Late Adulthood Video Take Quiz
The Stages of Retirement: Psychological Effects & Examples Video Take Quiz
Ego Integrity vs. Despair Video Take Quiz
Stereotypes in Late Adulthood: Factors of Ageism & Counter-Tactics Video Take Quiz
Alcohol, Drug, and Prescription Abuse in Late Adulthood Video Take Quiz
Social Issues in Late Adulthood: Risk Factors & Impact Video Take Quiz

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