Briefly Outline the Key Aspects of Kohlberg's Cognitive-Developmental Theory of Gender

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Essay

Briefly outline the key aspects of Kohlberg's cognitive-developmental theory of gender typing and gender-role development.What criticisms have been brought against this theoretical perspective?

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Definitions:

Social Inequality

A condition in society where privileges, opportunities, and wealth are distributed unequally among different social groups.

Industrialization

The economic and social transformation that occurs when a society shifts from primarily agricultural activities to mass production of goods and services using industrial methods.

Proletariat

The class of wage-earners in a capitalist society whose only significant material value is their labor power.

Bourgeoisie

The social class that owns the means of production and is characterized by their wealth, social status, and influence.