Study Guide - Softcover

Berk, Laura E.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0205321437 ISBN 13: 9780205321438

Publisher: Pearson, 2000

Synopsis

A best-selling text unparalleled in its approach to teaching human development, Berk's Development Through the Lifespan is relied upon in classrooms worldwide for its clear, engaging writing style, exceptional cross-cultural focus, rich examples, and long-standing commitment to presenting the most up-to-date scholarship while also offering students research-based, practical applications that they can relate to their personal and professional lives.

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Review

"Students would love this book―it's a joy to read! While Berk offers salient and up-to-date information rooted in a solid research base, she does not excessively weight discussion with jargon. Rather, she beautifully illustrates concepts through rich examples." ― Edythe H. Schwartz, California State University, Sacramento

"I adopt this book for my Human Development course because it presents a comprehensive and even-handed survey of the theoretical and empirical issues that are central to the study of human development in a way that is accessible and interesting to my students." ― Caty von Karolyi, University of Wisconsin, Eau Claire

"There is a fluidity in the writing style that is superior to other textbooks I have examined." ― Karl Hennig, St. Francis Xavier University

"Berk's coverage of topics in this chapter (17) is far superior to what appears in the leading social gerontology textbooks. The material is presented in a much clearer and interesting format by Berk. She has excellent writing skills and relates very well to students." ― Dale A Lund, University of Utah

"Extremely well-written with a good balance between being readable, accessible, and yet presenting the complexities of studying human behavior." ― Laurie Gottlieb, McGill University

". . . the students like it and actually read it. They enjoy the vignettes, which encourage application to real-life situations." ― Nancy White, Youngstown State University

". . . an excellent survey of classic and contemporary work. It is very impressive in its comprehensiveness yet it also benefits from a fluidity of exposition that is remarkable." ― Dana Plude, University of Maryland, College Park

"Berk's style of writing is very clear and easy to understand. My students have, semester after semester, expressed approval for [Berk's] clear writing style. Using real examples of children's behavior brings the material to life and my students appreciate it." ― Deborah M. Chargois, Jacksonville State University

"What I like most about Development Through the Lifespan are the real-life stories. They show people's triumphs and accomplishments and how they overcame their struggles. It gives you a better understanding and more descriptive information that make you want to read more and helps you really understand more." ― Paulette Gordon, Student, Valencia Community College

"Overall it is easy reading that helps you to understand the material without being overloaded by the terminology. It is a very conceptually appealing book." ― Sarah Condie, Student, Salt Lake Community College

From the Back Cover

Every season holds the opportunity for new growth. . .

Laura Berk, renowned professor and researcher in the field of human development, has revised this text with new pedagogy, a heightened emphasis on the interplay between biology and environment, and expanded coverage of biology, culture and social issues, while emphasizing the lifespan perspective of development.

What readers are saying. . .

“Students would love this book-it's a joy to read! While Berk offers salient and up-to-date information rooted in a solid research base, she does not excessively weight discussion with jargon. Rather, she beautifully illustrates concepts through rich examples.” -Edythe H. Schwartz, California State University-Sacramento

“Berk's coverage of topics in this chapter (17) is far superior to what appears in the leading social gerontology textbooks. The material is presented in a much clearer and interesting format by Berk. She has excellent writing skills and relates very well to students.” -Dale A. Lund, San Diego State University

“There is a fluidity in the writing style that is superior to other textbooks I have examined.” -Karl Hennig, St. Francis Xavier University

“Extremely well-written with a good balance between being readable, accessible, and yet presenting the complexities of studying human behavior.” -Laurie Gottlieb, McGill University

“. . . the students like it and actually read it. They enjoy the vignettes, which encourage application to real life situations.” -Nancy White, Youngstown State University

“. . . an excellent survey of classic and contemporary work. It is very impressive in its comprehensiveness yet it also benefits from a fluidity of exposition that is remarkable.” -Dana Plude, University of Maryland, College Park

“Berk's style of writing is very clear and easy to understand. My students have, semester after semester, expressed approval for Berk's clear writing style. Using real examples of children's behavior brings the material to life and my students appreciate it.” -Deborah M. Chargois, Jacksonville State University

Edition details

• Publisher: Pearson
• Publication date: 2000
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0205321437
• ISBN 13: 9780205321438
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 2