microgenetic development

the series of changes that occur over relatively brief periods of time—in seconds, minutes, or days—as distinct from the larger scale changes that are conventionally studied in ontogenetic development (see ontogeny). [postulated by Lev Vygotsky in his sociocultural theory]

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November 21st 2024

equal rights amendment (ERA)

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