An Introduction to Child Development has established itself as the most popular and useful text available on child development.
In a comprehensive coverage of the subject, the book explores all areas of child development, from the theories of Piaget and Freud to a discussion of the nature of intelligence and the effects of the media on aggression in children.
This book features:
• background readings illustrating key points
• examination style questions
• summary boxes
• end of topic reviews
• marginal comments, questions and activities
• a user-friendly, no nonsense approach
An Introduction to Child Development is widely used by students of GCSE Psychology, and as an introductory text to child development, nursery nursing, and some BTEC and vocational A level courses. It is also valuable to people working with children and interested parents.
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This book continues to be very popular amongst those interested in child development both academically and professionally. It is widely used as an introductory text in child development, nursery nursing, psychology, and some access and BTEC and GNVQ courses. It also sells to people who work with children as childminders and interested parents. It is written in a user-friendly, no nonsense style, avoiding unnecessary jargon, and presenting evidence for the various claims about the needs of young children.
This comprehensive guide explores all areas of child development, from the theories of Piaget and Freud to a a discussion of the nature of intelligence and the effects of the media on aggression in children. There is also a chapter on how psychologists study children, and students are encouraged to evaluate the methods and techniques used.
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Condition: As New. : Este libro es una introducción completa al desarrollo infantil, que abarca desde las teorías de Piaget y Freud hasta la naturaleza de la inteligencia y los efectos de los medios de comunicación en la agresión infantil. Incluye lecturas de fondo, preguntas de estilo de examen, resúmenes, comentarios marginales, preguntas y actividades, con un enfoque sencillo y fácil de usar. Es ideal para estudiantes de psicología GCSE y como texto introductorio para el desarrollo infantil, la enfermería infantil y algunos cursos BTEC y de nivel A vocacional. También es valioso para las personas que trabajan con niños y para los padres interesados. EAN: 9780003223552 Tipo: Libros Categoría: Educación|Ciencias Título: An Introduction to Child Development Autor: G.C. Davenport Editorial: Collins Educational Idioma: en Páginas: 344 Formato: tapa blanda. Seller Inventory # Happ-2025-01-08-c4f3cabd