According to Mischel, the Effect of a Trait on Behavior

question 14

True/False

According to Mischel, the effect of a trait on behavior depends upon the situational context.

Understand the characteristics and diagnosis criteria of autism.

Grasp the basic concepts and components of the information-processing approach in child development.

Learn how children allocate their attention and the factors influencing this allocation.

Compare and contrast different theories of cognitive development including the information-processing approach and Piaget’s theory.

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Definitions:

Social Sciences

The branch of science devoted to the study of societies and the relationships among individuals within those societies.

Lobbying Group

An organization that seeks to influence political decisions in favor of their interests or cause.

Parliament

The supreme legislative body in a country, typically consisting of a lower house (e.g., House of Representatives) and an upper house (e.g., Senate), responsible for making laws.

Foot-In-The-Door Technique

A persuasive strategy that involves getting a person to agree to a small request as a means of eventually getting them to comply with a larger request.