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Why is it problematic that most child development research is based on WEIRD societies?
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It leads to context-agnostic conclusions that may not be applicable to the other 88% of the world.
How do family, neighborhood, community, and nation-state influence a child's development?
They shape the cultural and social context that affects everything from nutrition and religious pathways to financial resources.
Name some common factors often cited as important in child development.
Attachment security, nutrition, playmates, stimulation, spiritual pathways, financial resources.
What is considered the definition of well-being in the context of child development?
The ability to actively participate in socially valued activities.
What is considered the most important factor in child development according to the class notes?
The context in which the child grows up.
What is the key takeaway from the notes on child development?
Always consider the child's specific worldview and context to better understand and improve their development.
How do the lives of girls and boys often diverge as they grow older in challenging environments?
Girls and boys face significantly different societal expectations and opportunities.
What percentage of the world lives in WEIRD societies?
Only 12%.
What does the acronym WEIRD stand for in child development research?
Western, Educated, Industrialized, Rich, Democratic.
In many cultures, how are children often raised?
By multiple caregivers, forming secure attachments within a social setting rather than with a single individual.
Give an example of social responsibility and collaborative learning from a global context.
Kenyan rural school children supporting peers through collective activities.
What is the concept of a desirable child influenced by?
Each community's perspective on desirable and morally important qualities.
How does the Western perspective typically view children in the context of development?
As autonomous individuals.
How might the family structure vary across cultures?
Children may grow up in large extended families or isolated single-parent households.
What are some differing institutions that can impact child development across cultures?
Marriage arrangements, inheritance norms, and family structures.
What kind of environments do many children around the world live in?
Oppressive, uncertain, and impoverished conditions.
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