developmental sequences
[/ˌdɛvəˈlɑpməntəl ˈsikwənsɪz/]
nounpl: developmental sequences
sequências de desenvolvimento
1. The ordered progression of stages or phases through which an organism, system, or individual progresses during growth and maturation
The developmental sequences in infants follow predictable patterns of physical and cognitive growth.
As sequências de desenvolvimento em bebês seguem padrões previsíveis de crescimento físico e cognitivo.
2. In psychology and education, the structured order in which skills, abilities, or behaviors typically emerge and mature
Understanding developmental sequences helps educators design age-appropriate curricula.
Compreender as sequências de desenvolvimento ajuda educadores a elaborar currículos apropriados para a idade.
3. In biology, the successive stages of embryonic or organismal development from conception to maturity
Researchers studied the developmental sequences of neural pathways in the brain.
Pesquisadores estudaram as sequências de desenvolvimento das vias neurais no cérebro.
In both American and Brazilian contexts, 'developmental sequences' is primarily used in academic, clinical, and educational settings. It's a foundational concept in child development research, education policy, and clinical psychology. The term reflects Western scientific approaches to understanding human growth and is widely employed in pediatrics, special education, and developmental neuroscience across both cultures.
Related Idioms & Phrases
follow the developmental sequence
within the developmental sequence
typical developmental sequence
disruption of developmental sequences
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