Cross-sectional developmental research has discovered that various generations have been labeled by popular culture to describe trends in behavior commonly seen among individuals born to each generation. Study the chart below, and discuss whether or not you agree with the labels given and the rationales provided. Explain your answers. Next, given the knowledge you have gained in this section about the influence of nature and nurture (biological and contextual influences), are there other reasons besides those listed in the chart that could influence general trends in behavior across generations? Support your reasoning with information from the text and other course materials. Generation Historical Period Generation Alpha Born 2010 to present Generation Z Born between 1995 and 2009 General description and characteristics "Digital natives." The most materially endowed and technological literacy will surpass any other past generation. Dot com kids or "Generation Connected." Independent, self- confident and autonomous. Tend to absorb information visually. Absorb a lot of informtion because of connection through social media. Environmentally aware. Great multi- taskers. Criticism: tendency toward entitlement. Millenials (Generation Y) Generation X Born between 1980 and 1994 Born between 1965 and 1980 Baby Boomers Born between 1946 and 1964 Silent Generation Born Between 1928 and 1945 First generation to come of age in 21st century. Two main characteristics: connection to technology & ethnic diversity. Connected to family, confident and ambitious. Willing to sacrifice careers for balance and quality of life. Described as lacking an identity and savvy loners This generation represents the spike in births after WWII; the largest generation to enter adulthood in the U.S. Competitive, strong work ethic, goal-centric, team oriented. Children of the Great Depression and WWII; described as conformists and civic minded.