Developmental
Psychology
7-9% Of AP Psychology Exam
Development includes the
processes and stages of
growth from conception
across the lifespan. Includes
changes in physical,
cognitive, moral and social
behaviors.
Piaget’s Theory of Formal
Development
•Ages 7 - 11
•Learn to solve more
complex problems using
basic logic
• Understand Conservation–
a given amount of anything
remains the same even if it
changes shape
•reversibility– things
can return to their
original condition after
being changed•More understanding
of multiple
classification and
seriation
Even
their
humor is
concrete!
What’s Black and White
and has 16 wheels?
A Zebra on Roller
Skates!
•Ages 12- adulthood
•Can think through
complex problems,
find several
solutions, and
choose the most
logical one.
To Sum It All Up…
Kohlberg’s Stages of Moral
Development
http://educationportal.com/academy/lesson/kohlbergsstages-of-moral-development.html
Erikson’s Stage of Social
and Identity Development
http://educationportal.com/academy/lesson/eriksonsstages-of-identity-formation.html
Create Stages of Dev Chart
 See handout for directions