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IB DP Psychology Models of Development | 40-Page Workbook | Piaget, Vygotsky, Brain Development & Theory of Mind

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40-page IB Diploma Programme Psychology workbook covering Models of Development within the Human Development context.

Designed for IB DP Psychology teachers and students, this structured PDF resource explores biological, cognitive and sociocultural explanations of human development through eight lessons, visual diagrams, research studies, practical activities and exam preparation.

The workbook integrates the six conceptual lenses and supports the development of psychological knowledge, critical thinking, research evaluation and extended-response writing.

KEY TOPICS

1. Models of Development
Nature versus nurture, psychological approaches and conceptual comparisons.

2. Brain Maturation
Synaptic development, pruning, myelination and Chugani (1998).

3. Neuroplasticity
Structural and functional plasticity, Maguire’s taxi-driver research and Luby et al. (2013).

4. Piaget’s Theory
Schemas, assimilation, accommodation, equilibration, developmental stages and conservation tasks.

5. Evaluating Piaget
Three Mountains task, class inclusion, Baillargeon and methodological criticisms.

6. Vygotsky’s Theory
Zone of Proximal Development, scaffolding, guided learning and Piaget comparisons.

7. Theory of Mind
Sally–Anne task, Smarties task, Baron-Cohen et al. (1985), cultural differences and double empathy.

8. Exam Workshop
Extended-response planning, concept application, model answers and independent essay practice.

WHAT’S INCLUDED

• 40-page PDF student workbook
• Four supporting PNG images
• Eight structured lessons
• Colour-coded explanations and diagrams
• Research studies and evaluation activities
• Concept-sorting and comparison tasks
• Section A and B assessment preparation
• 15-mark model response and essay planner

Suitable for classroom teaching, guided study, homework, revision and IB Psychology assessment preparation.

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