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IPS1501 ASSIGNMENT 4 S2 2023
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- IPS1501
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- University Of South Africa (Unisa)
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LOLA JACOBS ASSIGNMENTS 0618151315IPS1501
Assignment number: 04
Year: 2023
PREVIEW:
Bronfenbrenner’s Bio-Ecological Theory: Understanding the Complexities of Child
Development
Introduction:
Bronfenbrenner's bio-ecological theory is a pioneering framework in the field of child development
that emphasizes the intricate interplay between individuals and their environment in shaping
human development. Proposed by Russian-American psychologist Urie Bronfenbrenner in 1979,
this theory has significantly impacted our understanding of how various ecological systems
influence children's growth and behavior. The theory posits that a child's development is not solely
determined by innate factors or immediate surroundings, but rather by a complex web of interacting
systems that extend from the immediate family to the broader societal context.
Content:
Ecological Systems: Bronfenbrenner's theory is centered on the concept of ecological systems,
which are nested layers of influence that shape a child's development. These systems include the
microsystem (immediate family, peers), mesosystem (interactions between microsystems),
exosystem (indirect influences like parents' workplace), macrosystem (cultural values, societal
norms), and chronosystem (historical events influencing development).
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ASSESSMENT 04: WRITTEN ASSIGNMENT
UNIQUE NUMBER: 606135
SUBMISSION DATE: 28 August 2023
MARKS: 100
QUESTION 1 [25 x 2 = 50 marks]
Marked according to a rubric.
Write an essay on one of the following topics. Typed assessments, 1.5 spacing,
Arial 11pt. Handwritten assessments, clear writing. DO NOT COPY VERBATIM
FROM THE STUDY GUIDE OR ANY OTHER SOURCE. YOU WILL RECEIVE 0
MARKS IF YOU DO. All sources listed will be checked for plagiarism.
Follow the rubric below:
Topics:
1.1 Discuss Bronfenbrenner’s bio-ecological theory
OR
1.2 Discuss African Philosophy and Ubuntu
IPS1501 Essay Rubric and mark allocation
Essay Description of what is Additional requirements Marks
structure required
Introduction Write at least 2 1 mark per
wellstructured sentences
introductory sentence =
introducing the topic /
theory 2 marks
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