Different Stages of Development

A clear, exam-oriented walkthrough of development across the lifespan—from prenatal to late adulthood—covering physical, cognitive, language, social-emotional, and moral domains. Perfect for B.Ed., WB SLST, CTET, DSSSB, UGC NET (Education & Psychology).

What you’ll learn

Lifespan map: Prenatal → Infancy/Toddlerhood (0–2) → Early Childhood (3–6) → Middle Childhood (6–12) → Adolescence (12–18) → Early Adulthood (18–40) → Middle Adulthood (40–65) → Late Adulthood (65+)

Key theories & milestones: Piaget (sensorimotor → formal operations), Erikson (trust → integrity), Vygotsky (ZPD), Kohlberg (moral levels)

Principles of development: cephalocaudal, proximodistal, differentiation→integration, sensitive periods, individual differences

Assessment & red flags: growth charts vs. developmental checklists, school-readiness indicators, learning difficulties, SEL concerns

Classroom links: pedagogy, assessment, inclusive strategies, guidance & counselling across stages

Different stages of development, stages of child development, lifespan development, developmental milestones, Piaget stages, Erikson psychosocial stages, Kohlberg moral development, educational psychology notes, WB SLST Education, CTET B.Ed pedagogy, inclusive education, assessment and guidance

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