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9781331890799: Child Behavior

Synopsis

This book presents a study of early childhood psychology, focusing on theories and methods of observing cognitive development in children under school age. Beginning with a historical survey of child psychology, the author traces its evolution from its origins in ancient Greece, through the enlightenment era and into the early 20th century. The text reviews the work of leading figures in the field including Rousseau, Pestalozzi, Tiedemann, and Froebel. It also discusses various methods researchers have employed to gather meaningful data, including observational studies, experiments, and questionnaires. The strength of this text lies in its thoroughness, providing a comprehensive account of the field's development and methodologies. It helps position the development of child psychology within the history of ideas as well as the history of science.

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