- Describe the major milestones in motor development in early childhood, and explain how this information
could be used by parents and teachers. - Explain at least two examples of a Piagetian conservation task. Compare and contrast Piaget’s and
Gelman’s analyses of children’s success or failure on a conservation task. - Compare and contrast any two theories of gender development. Indicate whether these theories contradict
each other, or whether an eclectic use of them would enhance our understanding of gender development. - Explain the four types of parenting styles, and describe the personalities of children who experience each
type of parenting. - Describe the consequences of childhood obesity, and explain why middle and late childhood is an especially
difficult time for a child to be obese. - Describe autism spectrum disorders, including a discussion of what is known about their causes.
- Compare and contrast popular, rejected, controversial, and neglected children.
- Identify and explain what factors influence who will be your friend. Describe the six functions of friendship
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