Developing Person Through Childhood and Adolescence 10e & Launchpad Solo for Developing Lives (Six-Months Online)


Book Description

Exceptional in its currency, global in its cultural reach, Kathleen Berger's portrait of the scientific investigation of childhood and adolescent development helps bring an evolving field into the evolving classroom. Guided by Berger's clear, inviting authorial voice, and page after page of fascinating examples from cultures around the world, students see how classic and current research, and the lives of real people, shape the field's core theories and concepts. In addition to Kathleen Berger's exhaustive updating of the research, this edition is notable for its thorough integration of assessment throughout (learning objectives, assessments after each section, expanded end-of-chapter quizzes) all aligned with national standards. The new edition is also more than ever an integrated text/media package, moving students from the printed page to online tools that help them develop observation and critical thinking skills. Those online components are all a part of the book's dedicated version of LaunchPad, Worth Publishers' breakthrough online course space in which power and simplicity go hand in hand. To order LaunchPad for free with this text please use bundle isbn 978-1-319-01699-9. See what's in the LaunchPad










LaunchPad for The Developing Person Through Childhood and Adolescence (12 Month Access Card)


Book Description

This is the access card only and does not include the textbook. LaunchPad contains resources for you and your students; it combines an interactive e-book with high-quality multimedia content and ready-made assessment options, including LearningCurve adaptive quizzing. Curated pre-built units are easy to assign or adapt with your own material, such as video, animations, simulations, readings, quizzes, discussion groups and more. LaunchPad also provides access to a grade book that shows both class and individual student performance, and for individual assignments as well. While a streamlined interface helps students focus on what’s due next, social commenting tools let them engage, make connections, and learn from each other. Use LaunchPad on its own or integrate it with your school’s learning management system so your class is always on the same page.




The Developing Person Through Childhood & Adolescence


Book Description

Kathleen Berger’s critically praised bestseller connects developmental psychology theory, research, and applications to the lives students actually live.







Developing Person Through Childhood and Adolescence


Book Description

Exceptional in its currency, global in its cultural reach, Kathleen Berger�s portrait of the scientific investigation of childhood and adolescent development helps bring an evolving field into the evolving classroom. Guided by Berger�s clear, inviting authorial voice, and page after page of fascinating examples from cultures around the world, students see how classic and current research, and the lives of real people, shape the field�s core theories and concepts. In addition to Kathleen Berger�s exhaustive updating of the research, this edition is notable for its thorough integration of assessment throughout (learning objectives, assessments after each section, expanded end-of-chapter quizzes) all aligned with national standards. The new edition is also more than ever an integrated text/media package, moving students from the printed page to online tools that help them develop observation and critical thinking skills. Those online components are all a part of the book�s dedicated version of LaunchPad, Worth Publishers� breakthrough online course space in which power and simplicity go hand in hand. To order LaunchPad for free with this text please use bundle isbn 978-1-319-01699-9.




The Developing Person Through Childhood and Adolescence plus LaunchPad Pack


Book Description

Kathleen Berger’s acclaimed introduction to childhood and adolescence development weaves together classic and cutting-edge research, contemporary topics (especially neuroscience and culture), and relatable real stories and personal experiences. LaunchPad for the text offers additional ways to engage students, including Data Connections, which lets students explore the data behind high-impact research; and Developing Lives, an interactive online experience in which students “raise” a virtual child through adolescence.




The Developing Person Through Childhood and Adolescence


Book Description

Check out a preview. Edition after edition, Berger’s highly praised, bestselling text opens students’ eyes to the ways children grow—and the ways that growth is investigated and interpreted by developmentalists. Staying true to the hallmarks that have defined Berger’s vision from the outset, the Eighth Edition again redefines excellence in a child development textbook, combining thoughtful interpretations of the latest science with new skill-building pedagogy and media tools that can revolutionize classroom and study time.