Asked by
Almina Salih
on Dec 26, 2024Verified
Moving from reflexive imitation to purposeful imitation requires
A) improvements in cognitive abilities.
B) just the passing of time.
C) significant effort on the part of the child over an extended period of time.
D) the emergence of genetic programming.
Reflexive Imitation
The spontaneous mimicking of gestures or facial expressions by infants, a behavior that is seen as a precursor to social development and learning.
Cognitive Abilities
Mental skills that involve the ability to learn, remember, solve problems, and process information.
- Comprehend the principle and developmental significance of the imitation reflex in infants.
- Detect the evolution of memory capabilities and critical developmental points in infants.
Verified Answer
JG
Learning Objectives
- Comprehend the principle and developmental significance of the imitation reflex in infants.
- Detect the evolution of memory capabilities and critical developmental points in infants.