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PED3701 ASSIGNMENT 4-2023
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PED3701 ASSIGNMENT 4-2023
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PED3701-ASSIGNMENT4 2023
DUE DATE: 05JUNE2023
QUESTION 1
1.1In what way does the African perspective on human…….
ANS. The African perspective on human development differs from
Erikson’s psychosocial theory in several ways:
1. Community oriented approach
2. Focus on stages of life
3. View of aging………………
, 1. The African perspective on human development differs from
Erikson’s psychosocial theory in several ways:
1. community oriented approach
-the African perspective emphasizes the importance of
communal participation and interconnectedness in the
development of the individual. This is in contrast to Erikson’s
theory, which focuses on the individual’s theory, which focuses
on the individual’s internal struggles and personal growth.
2. Focus on stages of life
-the African perspective views human development as
occurring in distinct stages of life. Unlike Erikson’s theory it
emphasizes on the continuity of development throughout the
lifespan.
3. View of aging
-African cultures do not view aging as a deadline, but as stage
of life with its own unique strengths and contributions,
Erikson’s theory views aging as a time of withdrawal.
The African perspective on human development emphasizes
the importance of community spirituality and cultural values in
shaping the development of the individual, while Erikson’s
theory focuses more on the individual’s internal struggles and
personal growth.
1.2Spirituality and belief in the invisible world play a significant
role in shaping socialisation and identity formation in African
societies. Below are four ways that illustrate their influence.
1. Cultural values and norms
-African societies are driven by cultural values and norms that
are deeply rooted in spiritual beliefs systems shape the way
individuals view life and societal roles.
2. Rituals and ceremonies
-African perform ceremonies and rituals as an expression of
their spirituality and belief in the invisible world e.g. funerals
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