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Themes in Biological Development

Author: Erick Taggart
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Terms to Know
Biological Predisposition

Readiness to learn new skills can be influenced by heredity.

Maturation

Unfolding of skills and growth in a predictable way, allows for the condition of readiness.

Readiness

Internal timing mechanism; as children mature, they can learn new skills more rapidly. A child may be prepared to reach new milestones more quickly because of previous development. As we acquire mental abilities in steps according to age and readiness.