Developing Countries?

Can we still categorize countries as developed, developing and undeveloped? According to Gapminder.org, probably not. they use indicators like birthrate and life expectancy to show how countries have progressed over the last century.  Check out their cart Stop calling them "developing countries"  and click on the play button at the start of the timeline. Each circle represents a different countries. Who develops first and why do you think that is? What is going on with China and India? This site is really informative and interactive, so have fun with it!