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Human Development
Human Development
Is complex
General principles apply
Knowledge aids developmentally
appropriate leadership
Physical
Cognitive
Social
Moral
Piaget’s Theory
Sensorimotor (0-2 yrs)
Highly sensory
Object permanence
Preoperational (2-6 yrs)
Language development
Egocentric perspective
Belief in animism
Piaget’s Theory
Concrete operations (7-11 yrs)
Classify and group objects
Basic principles apply
Logical reasoning
Formal operations (11+ yrs)
Gradual onset
Problem solving abilities
Hypothesis testing
Kohlberg: Moral Development
Kohlberg’s Stages 1 and 2
Early childhood
Avoid punishment
Fear = Obedience
Authority figures rule
Middle childhood
Obtain reward
Morality is a transaction
Kohlberg’s Stages 3 and 4
Adolescence
Ponder place in society
Desire social praise
Consider intentions
Look to moral barometers
Young adulthood
Desire to maintain social order
Legal = Moral
Kohlberg’s Stages 5 and 6
Middle adulthood
Greatest good for greatest number
Consider welfare of society
Adulthood (theoretical stage)
Utilizes self-chosen principles
Desires good of humanity
Exemplifies high integrity
Morality
Ethic of rights and justice
“Male” viewpoint
Everyone has the same rights
Moral imperative: Treat all the same
Ethic of care
“Female” viewpoint
Moral imperative: To care for others
Ethic of Care
Value relationships
Retain connections
Dilemmas perceived
through relationship lens
Moral = Decisions that
best serve the individuals
involved
Gender and Development
Feminine vs. masculine
Traits most commonly attributed to one
sex or the other
Learned through: Media, peers, parents
and play
Stereotypes
“Acceptable” behaviors for the sexes
Expectations for behaviors constrain
activities and involvement
Life Stages and Behavior
Life stages
Levels of maturity
Similar age =
Similar stage
Not predictive
Behavior
Personal aspects
Physical
Cognitive
Socioemotional
Moral
Childhood
Social construct
Period to develop social self
Begin to understand greater society
Primary school years
Middle Childhood (5-7 years)
Physical
High energy
Need for rest
Enjoy chasing
Cognitive
Literal thinkers
Active imaginations
Socioemotional
Poor social skills
Bad liars
Emotional swings
Moral
Hope for reward
Authority = Morality
Leadership Implications
Build in rest times
Show attention
Treat with love
Follow basic behavior
management techniques
Minimize wait time
Older Childhood (8-11 years)
Physical
Active participation
High energy
Cognitive
Practice logic
“Why” questions
Socioemotional
Gender separation
Self-perception
Moral
Reward
Social approval
Leadership Implications
Provide opportunities to practice
skills
Facilitate understanding of leader
decisions
Ensure positive adult attention
Provide structured choices
Encourage youth to try new
things
Early Adolescence (12-14 yrs)
Physical
Energy balance
Image importance
Coordination well
developed
Cognitive
Logic practice
Hypothesis testing
Socioemotional
Peers important
Seek independence
Moral
Understand actions
Trust is important
Leadership Implications
Provide opportunities to practice
own leadership
Try variety of leadership styles
Model desired behaviors
Lead for success
Expect/Accept mood swings
Be a mentor
Show respect
Adolescence (15-17 years)
Physical
Puberty reached
Specific skills
Cognitive
Idealistic view
Problem solving
Challenges
Socioemotional
Peer groups
Learning own identity
Questioning the
future
Moral
Social approval
Legal = Right
Leadership Implications
Practice empathy
Maintain high expectations
Use open communication
Share reasons for decisions
Model values
Provide skill instruction
Address successes and failures
Young Adulthood (18-25 yrs)
Physical
Peak
High activity
Fitness concerns
Cognitive
Peak
Complex thought
Socioemotional
Companion search
Mixed relationships
Personal identity
Moral
Greater society
Social conscience
Leadership Implications
Provide creative outlets
Appeal to moral base
Monitor and mediate behaviors
Offer structured competition
Ensure appropriate risk-taking
Middle Adulthood (26-40 yrs)
Physical
Slowing down
Sedentary risk
Finesse important
Cognitive
Mental challenges
Aware of self
Global perspective
Socioemotional
Child and parent
concern
Status importance
Moral
Legitimate
authority
Social contract
Leadership Implications
Recognize the pull of family and
work
Be alert to diverse leisure
preferences
Use wide range of leadership
styles
Use open communication
Older Adulthood (41-60 years)
Physical
Abilities lessen
Metabolism slows
Cognitive
Career focus
Understand social
issues
Socioemotional
Family is center
Work-related stress
Place in the world
Moral
Refining ethical
standards
Leadership Implications
Use variety in activities
Nuances in strategies are
valued
Be aware of own and group
member motivations
Be aware of desired outcomes
Leader = Facilitator
Seniors (61-74 years)
Physical
Health varies
Sensory decline
Arthritis common
Cognitive
Changes = Stress
Slower thought
processes
Socioemotional
Happy life stage
Family is important
Social isolation
Financial issues
Moral
Ethics established
Needs of others
Leadership Implications
Recognize different abilities
Facilitate social interaction
Be respectful
Recognize wisdom and
experience
Introduce new activities
Facilitate events
Elderly (75+ years)
Physical
Overall decline
Large variation
Balance as issue
Women live longer
Cognitive
Continued slowing
Mental illness rises
Socioemotional
Isolation is common
Financial stability
Many live alone
Moral
Integrity
established
Needs of others
Leadership Implications
Be aware of health issues
Focus on individual capabilities
Ensure social interaction
Offer intergenerational
experiences
Enable independence
Facilitate experiences