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Book SynopsisBergin/Bergin's CHILD AND ADOLESCENT DEVELOPMENT IN YOUR CLASSROOM, TOPICAL APPROACH, 4e, provides future teachers with authentic, research-based strategies and guidelines for the classroom. Child development concepts are applied to relevant, interesting topics, including classroom discipline, social-emotional development and well-being, how to motivate learners and many others. Individual and group diversity among children is emphasized. Case studies and real-world vignettes bridge the distance between research and the classroom. By linking theory, research, practice and emphasizing application, the book helps teachers create an environment that promotes optimal development in children. With over 1000 new references, the book remains at the cutting edge of research. MindTap online learning experience with videos, applied activities, an e-portfolio and more is also available.
Table of ContentsSection I: FOUNDATIONS OF CHILD DEVELOPMENT. 1. Ways of Thinking about Children. 2. Physical Development and Health. Section II: THE COGNITIVE CHILD. 3. Classic Theories of Learning and Cognition. 4. Information Processing, Memory, and Problem Solving. 5 Cognitive Ability: Intelligence, Talent, and Achievement. Section III: THE EMOTIONAL CHILD. 6. Attachment and Personality. 7. Self-Control and Discipline. 8. Emotional Development. Section IV: THE SOCIAL CHILD. 9. Social Cognition. 10. Social Behavior. 11. Peers, Friends, and Play. Section V: THE WHOLE CHILD. 12. Language and Literacy. 13. The Self-System and Motivation. 14. The Child in Context: Family Structure, Child Care, and Media. Glossary. References. Name Index. Subject Index.
