Question

In the ecological systems approach, the _______ is made up of the people and relationships that most directly influence the child's life. A. macrosystem B. ecological system C. microsystem D. exosystem

Answer 1

The Ecological Systems Theory was formulated by the American psychologist, Urie Bronfenbrenner. The approach explains how the inherent qualities of a child and his environment interact to influence how he will grow and develop.

In the ecological systems approach, the microsystem is made up of the people and relationships that most directly influence the child's life. Correct answer: C The microsystem is the smallest and most immediate environment in which the child lives which includes the daily home, school or daycare, peer group or community environment of the child.

Answer 2

In the ecological systems approach, the microsystem is made up of the people and relationships that most directly influence the child's life. The microsystem is the child's immediate surroundings which are what make up their developmental influences.