Publisher's Synopsis
Award-winning author Tara L. Kuther presents Lifespan Development in Context, a topically organized version of her bestselling Lifespan Development text that provides a panoramic view of the many influences that shape human development. Kuther's student-friendly narrative guides the reader through immersive video cases and real-world examples to illustrate how the places, sociocultural environments, and ways in which we are raised influence who we become and how we grow and change throughout our lives. Three core themes resonate throughout each chapter: the centrality of context, the importance of research, and the value of applied developmental science. Foundational theories and classic studies are combined with contemporary research and culturally diverse perspectives for a modern introduction to the field that is both comprehensive and concise. Visual overviews, case studies, and critical thinking questions encourage self-reflection and class discussion, ensuring students have the tools they need to apply course concepts to their lives and future careers.
The Interactive eBook* for Lifespan Development in Context includes access to a broad array of multimedia tools and resources!- VIDEO Boost learning and bolster analysis with SAGE Premium Video, including Dr. Kuther's Chalk Talks and Lives in Context Video Cases. AUDIO Listen to engaging podcasts and audio resources that supplement and enrich key points within the text. JOURNAL ARTICLES Access articles from SAGE's influential journals, which offer important background and exposure to seminal work in your field of study. OFFLINE READING Using the VitalSource Bookshelf(R) platform, download your book to a personal computer and read it offline. SOCIAL SHARING AND FOLLOWING Share notes and highlights with instructors and classmates who are using the same eBook, and "follow" friends and instructors as they make their own notes and highlights. ONLINE CONTENT Access more online content via links to important data, relevant background, and profiles that enrich key concepts in the text.