Lifespan Development (5th Edition)
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| Rating | : | 4.36 (705 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0205540872 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 704 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2013-05-10 |
| Language | : | English |
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"Although it's about average in terms of your typical boring textbook, what my biggest gripe with it are" according to Penelope111. Although it's about average in terms of your typical boring textbook, what my biggest gripe with it are the Chapter tests at the end of each chapter; many of the test questions are wrong. For an easy example pg. Although it's about average in terms of your typical boring textbook, what my biggest gripe with it are Although it's about average in terms of your typical boring textbook, what my biggest gripe with it are the Chapter tests at the end of each chapter; many of the test questions are wrong. For an easy example pg. 319 Question # 12 asks, " Which of the following terms wold be applied to someone who is high in both masculinity and femininity?" the answer at the back of the book, "animistic". Not only is it not even mentioned in this chapter, it is wrong; animistic is . 19 Question # 12 asks, " Which of the following terms wold be applied to someone who is high in both masculinity and femininity?" the answer at the back of the book, "animistic". Not only is it not even mentioned in this chapter, it is wrong; animistic is . thirstybobo said This book was helpful for my class on human development. This book was helpful for my class on human development. It was an interesting read, and taught me a lot. The only reason I didn't give a 5 star review is because I have a special interest in geriatrics, and found some of the information in this book about the geriatric population to be inaccurate. I see there is now a newer edition, so I hope everything in the newer version is now up-to-date.. "Four Stars" according to Amazon Customer. First few pages were missing and of course it was pages i needed to read
Lifespan Developmentoffers strong applications, learning objectives, and integrated assessment. Students who want to know "What does current research say?" and "Why is this important?" will appreciate both the applied nature of this text and the clarity and rigor of the authors' presentation of current research. An exceptional pedagogical package that ties the textbook to online MyDevelopmentLab study tools complements the student-centered approach of the book and offers students the benefit of frequent self-assessment. Want to learn more about MyVirtualChild? Visit mydevelopmentlab and click on the ‘watch this video’ link to learn about MyVirtualChild. MyDevelpmentLab with MyVirtualChild is available at mydevelopmentlab.
â The greatest strengths are No Easy Answersâ , â Research Reportâ , â Policy Questionsâ , & â The Real Worldâ boxes. The themed essays are timely and relevant and would spur student interest and discussion.â Wanda Clark, South Plains College â Research is up-to-date and attempts were made to make the information relevant to today's students.â Laura Pirazzi, San Jose State University â Clear, readable, interesting, good coverage, and reasonably short for a lifespan text.â Stephanie Stein, Central Washington University â The authors do a good job of consolidating information, presenting interest