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Child Development Final
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Undergraduate 1
06/01/2013

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Science of Human Development
Definition
The science that tries to understand how and why people remain or change over time
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Scientific Method
Definition
A way to answer questions using empirical research and data based conclusions
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Theory
Definition
A comprehensive set of ideas
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Hypothesis
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A specific prediction that can be tested
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Empircal
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Based on observation , experience or experiment not theoretical
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Replication
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Repeating a study, usually changing participants of other ages SES or culture
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SIDS
Definition
sudden infant death syndrome, where a seemingly healthy infant suddenly stops breathing and dies In their sleep
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Nature
Definition
Refers to the traits, capacities, and limitations that each individual inherits genetically
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