Child and Adolescent Development for Educators, First Edition

Michael Pressley; Christine B. McCormick

ISBN 10: 1593853521 / ISBN 13: 9781593853525

Published by The Guilford Press (edition First Edition), 2006

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The item might be beaten up but readable. May contain markings or highlighting, as well as stains, bent corners, or any other major defect, but the text is not obscured in any way.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Child and Adolescent Development for Educators, First Edition
• Publisher: The Guilford Press (edition First Edition)
• Publication Date: 2006
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1593853521
• ISBN 13: 9781593853525
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition: First Edition.
• Condition: Fair

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Synopsis

Filling a tremendous need, this is the first graduate-level child development text written specifically for future educators. From eminent authorities, the volume provides a solid understanding of major theories of development, focusing on how each has informed research and practice in educational contexts. Topics include the impact of biology and early experiences on the developing mind; the development of academic competence and motivation; how learning is influenced by individual differences, sociocultural factors, peers, and the family environment; what educators need to know about child mental health; and more. Every chapter features a quick-reference outline, definitions of key terms, and boxes addressing special topics of interest to educators.
 

Special feature: Instructors considering this book for course adoption will automatically be e-mailed a test bank (in RTF format) that includes objective test items, essay questions, and case questions based on classroom scenarios.

About the Author

Michael Pressley, PhD, was University Distinguished Professor in Teacher Education at Michigan State University until his death in 2006. A widely published expert on effective elementary literacy instruction, Dr. Pressley served a 6-year term as editor of Journal of Educational Psychology.
 
Christine B. McCormick, PhD, is Dean of the School of Education at the University of Massachusetts, Amherst. She is author or coauthor of more than 40 publications related to child development and education.