Introduction

Harry Potter belongs to the movies that have a big influence on kids as well as on adolescence, its a all generation
saga, and follows young teenagers to their young adult age. That’s the reason why we chose interesting to work on
this saga and to particularly focus on the character of Hermione Granger, to follow her from her young teen year to
her young adult one. All while foccusing and linking our findings to the learning material.

Hermione Granger is known to the be a top student at hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. She is an
enthusiastic, perfectionist girl with a reputation as ‘’a know it all’’.Hermione has a dominant, bossy character, even
though she might be wrong, she can be harsh to those not agreeing with her.
Chapter 1 – Bronfenbrenner’s Theory

The bronfenbrenner’s theory is based on the idea that a persons developement is inflluenced by it’s
surounding « every person develops within a microsyste, inside a mesosysteme, embedded in an exosystem,
all of whcih is part of the macrosystem of the culture »

Hermione Granger’s individual system

She’s a female, she’s 12 at the start fo the first movie and she’s a young adult by the time of the last movie
Microsystem: is the first level of the Bronfenbrenner's (1979) Bioecological Systems theory. It comprises of the child's
interactions with the immediate people around him/her such as their family, friends, relatives, peers and teachers.

For Hermione Granger, this would be seen in her relationships that she has with her family, friends (Harry and Ron),
peers and teachers. Her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Granger, would be considered a part of her microsystem because they
give her emotional and financial support, as well as being involved into how her education develops. Her two best
friends, Harry Potter and Ron Weasley, would also be a part of her microsystem as they are there for her and affect her
day-to-day life. Additionally, her teachers, such as Professor McGonagall and Professor Dumbledore, can be considered
a part of her development as a student and how that can affect the immediate relationships around her. Overall,
Hermione Granger's microsystem is composed of different people who have a direct impact on her life, her
development, both personally and academically and the way she interacts with the people whom she has close
interactions/relationships with.
• Mesosystem: Is the second level of Bronfenbrenner’s bioecological
systems theory. This theory encompasses the interactions between child’s
microsystems, such as interactions between the child’s parents and teachers,
or between school peers and siblings.

• Hermione grew up in a loving and supportive family. A Hogwarts

professor(mesosystem element) came to see Hermione’s parents in order to
explain their daughter’s unique abilities/exceptional skills as a witch. This
interaction guided Hermione’s parents to prepare her for the magical world by
buying her supplies, etc.. then Hermione was invited to be part of Hogwarts
school of witchcraft and Wizardry. However, Hermione’s parents did not have
a clear/healthy relationship with the school and their daughter since she
moved to a boarding school and the environment was much harder, so she hid
a lot from them. Due this situation, Hermione got carried away by her new
environment, which made her spend less time with her family.
Exosystem: is the third level of Bronfenbrenner’s ecological system theory. In this stage the child is not directly involved but
the system has impact in the children life. For example the children are not involved in setting school policy on school
uniforms, but the school rules has a big impact on what children wear.

Hermione is describes as a nice, intelligent, good advisor and the leader or the brain of the group. Her both parents are
dentists and their profession is not linked with the wizard profession. The profession
occupation of her parents (exosystem element), has an influence on Hermione personality because she seems like a very
intelligent, perfectionist and studious girl, that’s probably because of the parents hard work and profession. The rules of the
school called Hogwarts are part of the exosytem method and have an impact of the Hermionepersonality, because she was
a very obedient and fearful girl for breaking the rules. Some of the Hogwarts rules are: respect the curfew, be on time,
boys cannot visit the girls’ rooms (Hermione was against this rule and she referred to this rule as outdated and she claimed
for modification of this rule), don’t enter to the Forbidden Forest, etc. The Mass Media also has a big impact on
the Hermione personality, in the Harry Potter series we can see how people they can communicate using newspapers, fire,
owls, mirrors, portraits, radio…etc.
Hermione's passionate advocacy for house-elves and her defiance of traditional norms showcase her willingness to
challenge authority and fight for what she believes is right. While the Minister's rules may indirectly affect Hermione's
actions and beliefs, she remains steadfast in her convictions and continues to stand up for the rights of marginalized
individuals in the wizarding world.
Macrosystem: which is the fourth level of Bronfenbrenner's Ecological Systems Theory, refers to the larger cultural and
societal values, norms, and beliefs that shape Hermione's experiences and development.
Examples:

1. Cultural beliefs and values: The wizarding world has its own set of cultural beliefs and values that shape Hermione's
experiences and development. For example, the wizarding world places a high value on magical ability, and this may
influence Hermione's self-concept and sense of worth.

2. Social norms: The social norms of the wizarding world may also impact Hermione. For instance, the wizard place a
big importance on being a “pure-blood” someone who’s both parents and older generations were also wizards. But
when it comes to Hermione she’s a “muggle” both her parents were born without magic. We can see throughout the
movies that she got bullied for that and it had an impact on her.

3. Historical context: The historical context of the wizarding world may impact Hermione's experiences and
development as well. For example, the history of the wizarding wars may shape her beliefs and attitudes towards
issues of power, justice, and oppression.

4. Institutional policies and practices: The institutional policies and practices of the wizarding world may also impact
Hermione. For example, Hogwarts, the school that Hermione attends, has its own set of policies and practices that
shape her educational experience.
CHAPTER 2: Erickson’s The individual and Society

Moratorium
Moratorium, according to James Marcia’s theory (1979), is outlined by looking for experimentation and exploration as the
individual searches for their sense of identity, to explore their own values and beliefs.

Hermione Granger, according to J.K. Rowling is a very good example that demonstrates this theory. Throughout the
series, Hermione constantly questions the wizarding world's social norms and traditions. She challenges authority figures like
Snape and Umbridge, and engages in activism on behalf of oppressed groups, such as house elves and werewolves.
Hermione's intellectual curiosity and desire for knowledge also exemplify the moratorium theory. She consistently seeks out
new learning opportunities, such as taking extra classes and reading extensively. This allows her to further develop her
worldview and expand her understanding of the world around her.
Furthermore, Hermione's willingness to change and adapt her beliefs shows that she is still exploring and experimenting
with her identity. For instance, she starts off with a staunch anti-Slytherin stance, but later befriends Draco Malfoy's son,
Scorpius, and even enlists his help in time-traveling to save the past.
Overall, Hermione Granger's character development in the Harry Potter series is a testament to the moratorium theory of
identity development. Through her constant questioning and exploration, she is able to develop a strong sense of self and a
clear understanding of her values and beliefs.
Identity achievement
Firstly, she exhibits a deep-rooted sense of self-confidence and self-assuredness. She is no longer plagued by the
insecurities and self-doubt that she occasionally experienced earlier in the series. Hermione's belief in her own abilities
and intelligence is unwavering, and she is not afraid to showcase her knowledge and skills.

Hermione's identity achievement is marked by her unwavering commitment to justice and equality. She becomes a strong
advocate for the rights of oppressed magical creatures, such as house-elves, and actively fights against discrimination and
prejudice within the wizarding world.
Furthermore, Hermione's identity achievement is reflected in her choice of friendships and alliances. She forms a tight-knit
trio with Harry Potter and Ron Weasley, and her loyalty and unwavering support for them demonstrate her sense of
identity.
Hermione's identity achievement can be seen in her career choice. She goes on to pursue a career in the Ministry of Magic,
working in the Department for the Regulation and Control of Magical Creatures. Lastly, she accepts her status as a Muggle-
born, and says in Deathly Hallows that she is "a Mud blood and proud of it".
CHAPTER 3: Tuckman’s group processing model (1977)

Forming
This is the first stage where the team is formed and everyone shows their best behavior.
Hermione first met Harry Potter and Ron Weasley on the Hogwarts express (the train that takes students to Hogwarts
school). Throughout their years at the school, they share countlessadventures and form a strong bond, with Hermione’s
intelligence and loyalty completing Harry’s bravery and Ron’s humor. Their friendship demonstrates the power of unity
and support in overcoming challenges.

Storming
This stage includes conflicts and frustration among the members and lack of progress.Throughout the series,
Hermione argues with Harry and Ron often due to her strong opinions, desire for academic excellence and following
rules.

Example: Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry hosts the Triwizard Tournament, a highly challenging competition
between three wizarding schools. When Harry Potter unexpectedly becomes a competitor, tensions arise within their trio
of friends, including Hermione.
Hermione is initially skeptical and concerned about Harry's participation, believing it to be dangerous. She expresses her
worries and opposes his involvement, leading to conflicts and heated discussions between them. Hermione's strong
opinions and desire to protect Harry contribute to the storming stage, as they navigate their differing perspectives and the
potential risks involved.
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