The Future of Child Development Lab Schools | Applied Developmental Science in Action

Nancy Barbour (u. a.)

ISBN 10: 113889866X / ISBN 13: 9781138898660

Published by Routledge, 2016

The Future of Child Development Lab Schools | Applied Developmental Science in Action | Nancy Barbour (u. a.) | Taschenbuch | Englisch | 2016 | Routledge | EAN 9781138898660 | Verantwortliche Person für die EU: Libri GmbH, Europaallee 1, 36244 Bad Hersfeld, gpsr[at]libri[dot]de | Anbieter: preigu Print on Demand. Seller Inventory # 128422476

Synopsis:

Child development laboratory schools are found on college and university campuses throughout the U.S. Over the last century, they have acquired a long, rich history. Originally seen as settings for the new field of child study in the early 1900s, their functions have evolved over time. These programs often play a central role in supporting teaching, research, and outreach/engagement activities in the fields of child development and early childhood education. Yet, many have had to fight for their existence when economic times have gotten difficult. Many long-running programs have had to close.

This book provides a unique perspective on the purpose and function of child development laboratory schools and the potential of large-scale research to examine important world problems. The individual stories presented are real stories that offer reasonable solutions and ideas for maximizing the value of these venerable institutions. Most importantly, the authors demonstrate how child development laboratory schools can address the criticisms often lodged regarding their lack of relevancy and focus on real-life problems and solutions. The range of perspectives includes university faculty trying to maximize research that is applied in nature as well as redefining what and where a laboratory is, both in the university and in the community. The message is clear that child development laboratory schools are alive and well, and continuing to evolve.

About the Author:

Nancy E. Barbour, Ph.D., is a Professor of Early Childhood Education in the College of Education at James Madison University.

Brent A. McBride, Ph.D., is a Professor of Human Development and Director of the Child Development Laboratory at the University of Illinois at Urbana/Champaign.

Bibliographic Details

Title: The Future of Child Development Lab Schools ...
Publisher: Routledge
Publication Date: 2016
Binding: Taschenbuch
Condition: Neu