Module 10
Bronfenbrenner’s Ecological Theory
Bronfenbrenner’s Model also known as “Bioecological Systems Theory” presents
child development within a context of relationship systems that comprise the child’s
environment describes multipart layers of environment that has an effect on the
development of the child.
The term “Bioecological” points out that a child’s own biological make-up impacts
as a key factor in one’s development.
Bronfenbrenner’s Bioecological Model: Structure of Environment
The Microsystem
 It is the layer nearest the child. It comprises structure which the child
directly interacts with. In includes structures such as one’s family, school,
and neighborhood. Microsystem also covers the most basic relationships
and interactions that a child has in his/her immediate environment.
The Mesosystem
 This layer serves as the connection between the structures of the child’s
microsystem.
The Exosystem
 This layer refers to the bigger social system in which the child does not
function directly. This includes structures such as city government,
workplace, and mass media.
The Macrosystem
 It is the largest and most distant of people and places to the children that is
still have significant influences on them.
The Chronosystem
 It demonstrates the influence of both change and constancy in the child’s
environment.
Role of Schools and Teachers
 Bronfenbrenner concluded that the instability and unpredictability of family
life is the most destructive force of a child’s development. It has provided a
framework for parents and teachers to build effective relationships from and
surround the child with a positive environment. With immediate
relationships and a positive environment, it will allow the child to develop
and succeed to his or her fullest potential possible.
Prepared By:
Jake Gopita & Marvin Alcober
Module 10
Bronfenbrenner’s Ecological Theory
Bronfenbrenner’s Model also known as “Bioecological Systems Theory” presents
child development within a context of relationship systems that comprise the child’s
environment describes multipart layers of environment that has an effect on the
development of the child.
The term “Bioecological” points out that a child’s own biological make-up impacts
as a key factor in one’s development.
Bronfenbrenner’s Bioecological Model: Structure of Environment
The Microsystem
 It is the layer nearest the child. It comprises structure which the child
directly interacts with. In includes structures such as one’s family, school,
and neighborhood. Microsystem also covers the most basic relationships
and interactions that a child has in his/her immediate environment.
The Mesosystem
 This layer serves as the connection between the structures of the child’s
microsystem.
The Exosystem
 This layer refers to the bigger social system in which the child does not
function sdirectly. This includes structures such as city government,
workplace, and mass media.
The Macrosystem
 It is the largest and most distant of people and places to the children that is
still have significant influences on them.
The Chronosystem
 It demonstrates the influence of both change and constancy in the child’s
environment.
Role of Schools and Teachers
 Bronfenbrenner concluded that the instability and unpredictability of family
life is the most destructive force of a child’s development. It has provided a
framework for parents and teachers to build effective relationships from and
surround the child with a positive environment. With immediate
relationships and a positive environment, it will allow the child to develop
and succeed to his or her fullest potential possible.
Prepared By:
Jake Gopita & Marvin Alcober