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Bronfenbrenner's 
Ecological System 
Theory of Individual & 
Social Development
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Bronfenbrenner's 
Ecological System 
Theory of Individual & 
Social Development
The Five Ecological Systems
1
Chronosystem
2
Macrosystem
3
Exosystem
4
Mesosystem
5
Microsystem
Bronfenbrenner proposed that a child's environment consists of a series of nested structures, each embedded within the next. He categorized them based on their level of 
influence on a child's development: microsystem, mesosystem, exosystem, macrosystem, and chronosystem. These interconnected systems shape a child's growth through their 
interactions.
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Bronfenbrenner's 
Ecological System 
Theory of Individual & 
Social Development
The Five Ecological Systems
1
Chronosystem
2
Macrosystem
3
Exosystem
4
Mesosystem
5
Microsystem
Bronfenbrenner proposed that a child's environment consists of a series of nested structures, each embedded within the next. He categorized them based on their level of 
influence on a child's development: microsystem, mesosystem, exosystem, macrosystem, and chronosystem. These interconnected systems shape a child's growth through their 
interactions.
The Microsystem: Immediate Relationships
Family
Parents and siblings form the core of the 
microsystem
School
T eachers and classmates directly 
influence development
Neighborhood
Neighbors and local environment shape 
experiences
The microsystem is the child's immediate environment, with bi-directional interactions that directly impact development. Supportive 
relationships in this system can enhance a child's growth.
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Bronfenbrenner's 
Ecological System 
Theory of Individual & 
Social Development
The Five Ecological Systems
1
Chronosystem
2
Macrosystem
3
Exosystem
4
Mesosystem
5
Microsystem
Bronfenbrenner proposed that a child's environment consists of a series of nested structures, each embedded within the next. He categorized them based on their level of 
influence on a child's development: microsystem, mesosystem, exosystem, macrosystem, and chronosystem. These interconnected systems shape a child's growth through their 
interactions.
The Microsystem: Immediate Relationships
Family
Parents and siblings form the core of the 
microsystem
School
T eachers and classmates directly 
influence development
Neighborhood
Neighbors and local environment shape 
experiences
The microsystem is the child's immediate environment, with bi-directional interactions that directly impact development. Supportive 
relationships in this system can enhance a child's growth.
The Mesosystem: Interconnected Microsystems
1
Family
Parental involvement in school 
activities
2
School
T eacher-parent communication
3
Peer Group
Influence on home behavior
The mesosystem represents interactions between a child's microsystems, like home and school. These connections can significantly 
impact development. For example, when parents are involved in school, it often leads to better academic performance.
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Bronfenbrenner's 
Ecological System 
Theory of Individual & 
Social Development
The Five Ecological Systems
1
Chronosystem
2
Macrosystem
3
Exosystem
4
Mesosystem
5
Microsystem
Bronfenbrenner proposed that a child's environment consists of a series of nested structures, each embedded within the next. He categorized them based on their level of 
influence on a child's development: microsystem, mesosystem, exosystem, macrosystem, and chronosystem. These interconnected systems shape a child's growth through their 
interactions.
The Microsystem: Immediate Relationships
Family
Parents and siblings form the core of the 
microsystem
School
T eachers and classmates directly 
influence development
Neighborhood
Neighbors and local environment shape 
experiences
The microsystem is the child's immediate environment, with bi-directional interactions that directly impact development. Supportive 
relationships in this system can enhance a child's growth.
The Mesosystem: Interconnected Microsystems
1
Family
Parental involvement in school 
activities
2
School
T eacher-parent communication
3
Peer Group
Influence on home behavior
The mesosystem represents interactions between a child's microsystems, like home and school. These connections can significantly 
impact development. For example, when parents are involved in school, it often leads to better academic performance.
The Exosystem: Indirect Influences
1
2
3
4
The exosystem includes social structures that indirectly impact child development. While not directly interacting with the child, these 
elements affect the microsystems. For example, a parent's workplace policies can impact family dynamics and a child's opportunities.
Workplace Policies
Flexible hours impact family time
Local Government
Community resource decisions
Mass Media
Shapes societal attitudes
Extended Family
Indirect support network