Cross-cultural development is defined as "the systematic study of relationships between the cultural context of human development and the behaviors that become established in the repertoire of individuals growing up in a particular culture".
2. Demonstrate a familiarity with the important themes presented in this chapter including the cross-cultural perspective, ecological systems approach, developmental niche, developmental orientation, and chronological-within-topics-approach.
The ecological systems approach stresses the importance of the individual's subjective view. The most important contributor to this approach is Urie Bronfenbrenner. The developmental niche is a framework for how culture guides the developmental processes. The contributor is Super and Harkness. The developmental orientation recognizes that our behavior doesn't take place in isolated periods but evolves throughout the lifespan. The chronological-within-topics approach demonstrates how behavioral process develops from infancy to adulthood.
3. Comment on the three goals set forth for the field of cross-cultural psychology.
The first goal is testing and extending theories. The second goal is to explore other cultures to observe behavior that is not part of your own behavior. The third goal is to take the finding and integrate them into applicable psychology.
4. Why do the authors emphasize a practical application approach to the subject?
The authors emphasize a practical approach so that the reader can apply the principal to insights in their life beyond the boundaries of home and school.