Comparing Theories of Child Development - Hardcover

Thomas, R. Murray

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9780534163020: Comparing Theories of Child Development

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0534163025 ISBN 13: 9780534163020

Publisher: Wadsworth Pub Co, 1993

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A comprehensive text on theories of child development, organized around the theorists themselves. It provides students with nine criteria for judging and comparing the adequacy of a good theory.

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About the Author:

R. Murray Thomas taught for 32 years, before retiring in 1991. He is the author of over 300 publications and has published 48 books. His research interests include moral development, folk psychologists, and international education.

Review:

Thomas' book has always been my preferred text for childhood theories in development...An effective starting point to acquire the base for advanced theoretical analysis.

I have always enjoyed using this book. Finely crafted, clear, reasonable, and judicious...The creative advantages of each theory are discussed rather than only the weak or negative points...Chapter One is wonderful, offering a fine overview of theories and a thoughtful section an standards for reviewing theories.

Thorough, yet concise, discussions of theory that could be overly complex...Extremely well written...Strong introductory sections that set up the chapters that follow in a clear and coherent manner.

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