Think About the Social Learning Approach to Development

Essay

Think about the social learning approach to development. Have you noticed your child imitating your behavior and trying to learn social and gender roles? Describe some of the behaviors you have observed. In addition, what type of gender roles has your child learned from the media and books in the environment? Do you agree with these gender roles, and have you tried to limit your child's exposure to stereotypical roles played out on television shows and other forms of entertainment? Explain.