Types Of Child Development
25 September 2011
Recognizing the 4 Types of Child Abuse
Fundamentally there are four primary types of child abuse, each varying greatly in severity, and the symptoms are not always easy to notice. Although much is currently being done in an attempt to break the abuse cycle, this societal problem persists, and will most likely do so for quite some time. Outlined below are the four major categories of child abuse, and the possible resulting symptoms to look out for.
Physical Abuse
Physical child abuse basically consists of inflicting physical injuries on a child. Whether intentional or unintentional, injury to a child resulting from direct physical contact can be considered physical abuse.
There is a distinct difference between physical abuse and physical corrective punishment. Physical abuse refers to injuring a child as a result of physical aggression. However, physical punishment is limited to the use of physical force as a corrective measure to inflict temporary pain, but not injury.
Children who have been physically abused tend to be very timid in the presence of their abuser. Some other symptoms might include a strong resistance to return home, general fear of adults, or any physical manifestation of possible abuse such as bruises, burns, bite marks, cuts or welts.
Sexual Abuse
This type of abuse can take many forms and is often one of the most difficult types to anticipate. Sexual abuse is any sexual act between an adult and a child, and this is not just limited to intercourse. Any form of incest, display of pornography, rape, fondling, or commercial exploitation through child prostitution or child pornography constitutes sexual abuse to a child.
Possible signs that a child has been abused sexually include: an inappropriate interest in sexual acts or subject matter, seductive behavior, strong avoidance or rejection of sexuality in general, or an intense fear of a specific person or member of the family.
Emotional Abuse
Also known as mental abuse, verbal abuse, or psychological abuse, this form of abuse is often present alongside all other forms of child abuse, and can have much more detrimental and long-lasting effects than the other types. Emotional abuse is attitude, behavior or failure to act that conflicts with a child’s mental well-being or development. Children who are chronically subjected to verbal insults or are often made fun of can exhibit some disturbing behavior after a time.
Neglect
Child neglect is most likely the most widespread form of child abuse. There are more children who suffer from neglect than from physical and sexual abuse combined, yet it is an extremely difficult condition to identify because of its nature as a form of inaction. Instead of directly committing an offense against a child, neglect involves parents or guardians taking no action to ensure the well-being of the child. Neglect can often be linked with emotional abuse. Children who habitually wear dirty or unsuited clothing, and are regularly unclean or hungry are a likely candidate for this form of abuse.
Private investigators often have substantial experience and expertise in this area. If you suspect that child abuse or neglect is taking place in your home, or in someone else’s, an experienced private investigator may be able to provide assistance.
About the Author
Graves Investigations Inc. is a private investigation firm owned by Kerry Graves, and located in Greensboro, NC, providing extensive service in cases of child abuse investigation.
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Cleft Palate Speech $75.21 As the classic reference on cleft palates for more than 25 years, ‘the blue book’ continues to be the single, essential source on cleft lip and palate for all members of the craniofacial team. This essential text provides a unique and comprehensive approach to cleft assessment, treatment, and management, with new and revised content that will keep you at the cutting edge of cleft lip and palate treatment and therapies.Comprehensive coverage of every aspect of cleft palate and related disorders, making this a superb resource and guide for students and practitioners alike. Content is presented in a clinically useful manner, in a way that encourages you to evaluate and critically consider the information presented. Thorough coverage of the available literature on cleft lip and cleft palate includes both contemporary and historically significant studies, as well as low-incidence types of phenomena. An unmatched art program includes clear anatomical drawings as well as high-quality photographs. The Birth of a Child with a Cleft introduction provides a detailed preview to the treatment of children with clefts, and offers useful suggestions for interacting with their parents.Coverage of the latest research and advancements including surgical and dental management, speech development, genetics, and more, ensures that you have thoroughly researched information on the most recent developments in the field.Consider This boxes highlight important tips, information, and offer advice on how to apply theory and research to clinical situations.New artwork clearly demonstrates and enhances understanding of important clinical conditions and procedures. Improved organization helps you understand key concepts in a logical progression and enhances the presentation of the material. |
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Complete Works of Geoffrey Chaucer $45.95 CONTENTS INCLUDE: GENERAL INTRODUCTION. i. Objects in view in preparing this edition. 2. Romaunt of the Rose. 3. The Minor Poems Canon of Chaucers works. 4. A Compleint to his Lady the Former Age Merciless Beautee Balade to Rosemounde AgainstWomen Unconstaunt Complaints. 5. Boethius. 6. Troilus. 7. The House of Fame. 8. The Legend of Good Women. 9. The Astrolabe. 10. The Canterbury Tales. n. Obli- gations to others. 12. Thomas Tyrwhitt Thomas Wright Bell and others. 13. Prof. Child Dr. Ellis Dr. Sweet Prof. Ten Brink and others. 14. The Glossarial Index. 15. Aesthetic criticism. 16. The Dialect of Chaucer. 17. Chaucers Kenticisms. 18. Pronunciation. 19. The Vowels and Diphthongs. 20. The Consonants. 21. Accentuation. 22. Explanation of phonetic symbols. 23. The M. E. vowels. Example of pronunciation. 24. Scansion and accents. 25. Rimes illustrating the Pronunciation. Open and close o. Long and short open o. 26. Long and short open o in the Minor Poems. 27. The same in the Legend. 28. The same in the Tales. 29. Open and close o in Chaucer. 30. Open and close e. 31. Sources of long e. 32. Development of long e. 33. Development of close . 34. Summary of the preceding results. 35. Examples of unstable . 36. Word- lists. 37. Apparent exceptions in the Tales. 38. Apparent exceptions elsewhere. 39. Use of the above tests. 40. Further examples. 41. Fuller word-lists types A, B, and C, Chaucers rules. 42. Some peculiarities of rime. 43. Rimes involving two words other feminine rimes. 44. Permissible rimes. Double word-forms. 45. Repetitions. 46. Prof. false rimes in Chaucer and Lounsburys objections supposed Gower. 47. Feet, accusative, and fete, dative entente fore broughte riming with nought. 48. Further attacks upon rimes in Chaucer and Gower. 49. General failure- of these attacks. 50. Assonances. 51. Non-riming of -y and -y-e. 52. Metres and Forms of Verse. 53. Lines of four accents ballad-metre four-line stanza. 54. The eight-line stanza. viii CONTENTS. 55. The |
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Counseling Troubled Teens and Their Families: A Handbook for Pastors and Youthworkers $28 Teenagers and their families live in a society with epidemic levels of social problems that put adolescents at risk for emotional problems. Teens have special mental and emotional issues that need to be addressed by pastors and their colleagues in ministry. For this reason, clergy and caregivers need to know about the most common mental disorders that occur in adolescents, including how to assess and diagnose the disorders, what types of treatment can be initiated in the faith community, when referral is required, and to whom to make a referral.This book identifies twenty-two of the most common mental health conditions that occur among adolescents, provides illustrative cases, lists national resources available to help, and suggests when and from whom to seek additional professional help. There is an emphasis on self-help resources available on the Internet, a major source of information for teens. The conditions addressed include: various types of addiction and abuse; family crises such as pregnancy, runaways, divorce, depression, and bereavement; and other disorders such as eating disorders, ADA, schizophrenia, and learning disabilities.”Weaver and his colleagues have produced another winner for clergy: a casebook that covers most of the difficult situations in which pastors are called upon to be a first, and, sometimes primary, support and helper. Each case presentation is followed by critical issues to be aware of, relevant information, including community and national resources. Most pastors will be grateful for this book a number of times each year. Sections in the first chapter on the child’s personality development and on effective parenting will be appreciated by most parents.” —David K. Switzer, Emeritus Professor of Pastoral Care, Perkins School of Theology, Southern Methodist University |
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Counselling Adult Survivors of Child Sexual Abuse $84.81 This updated and expanded edition provides comprehensive coverage of the theory and practice of counselling survivors of child sexual abuse (CSA). In a reasoned and thoughtful approach, common stereotypes of abusers and their victims are replaced with current knowledge on the incidence of CSA and its long-term impacts on adult survivors.Christiane Sanderson explores the therapeutic relationship from building trust and meeting the client’s needs to establishing boundaries, addressing transference issues and avoiding secondary traumatic stress. She evaluates various treatment approaches and techniques, and discusses the advantages and disadvantages of group therapy. Stand-alone chapters provide in-depth coverage of: – CSA’s impact on survivors’ sense of self and their relationships with others- self-harming behaviour, including self-injury, substance abuse and eating disorders- how memory is constructed and reconstructed, including the controversial issues surrounding recovered memories- useful approaches to coping with fear and loss from working with other types of trauma- normal sexual development and typical sexual difficulties for survivors- working with shame and dissociation.Counselling Adult Survivors of Child Sexual Abuse honestly addresses the complex issues in this important area of work. It provides practical strategies for those new to counselling in this field and valuable new insights for experienced counsellors. |
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Creating and Digitizing Language Corpora: Synchronic Databases $100 A range of electronic corpora has become increasingly accessible via the WWW and CD-ROM. This development coincided with improvements in the standards governing the collecting, encoding and archiving of such data. Less attention, however, has been paid to making other types of digital data available. This is especially true of that which one might describe as ‘unconventional’, namely, dialects, child language and bilingual databases. This book is a first step toward developing similar standards for enriching and preserving these neglected resources. |
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Creating and Digitizing Language Corpora: Volume 1: Synchronic Databases $106.72 New – A range of electronic corpora has become increasingly accessible via the WWW and CD-ROM. This development coincided with improvements in the standards governing the collecting, encoding and archiving of such data. Less attention, however, has been paid to making other types of digital data available. This is especially true of that which one might describe as ‘unconventional’, namely, dialects, child language and bilingual databases. This book is a first step toward developing similar stan |
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Creating and Digitizing Language Corpora: Volume 1: Synchronic Databases $52.85 Used – A range of electronic corpora has become increasingly accessible via the WWW and CD-ROM. This development coincided with improvements in the standards governing the collecting, encoding and archiving of such data. Less attention, however, has been paid to making other types of digital data available. This is especially true of that which one might describe as ‘unconventional’, namely, dialects, child language and bilingual databases. This book is a first step toward developing similar sta |
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Curriculum or Craftsmanship: Elementary School Teachers in a Bureaucratic System $4.34 Sociologist Harry L. Gracey spent two years studying an East-Coast school system, which he calls “Brookview,” and determined that the bureaucratic social structure of schools can have a profound and irreversibly negative effect on the creativity of teachers. This volume tells the story of the “Wilbur Wright” elementary school in Brookview. It examines the relationship between the educational institution as a bureaucracy and the goals of the two main types of teaching orientation found in elementary schools such as Wright. The majority of teachers are “production” oriented. They believe that their job is to see that the children in their charge complete as much of the standardized grade level curriculum as possible during the school year. They do achieve some success in preparing children for life in a society where bureaucracy is the dominant form of social organization. The other significant type of teaching orientation is that of the “craftsmen.” These instructors see their goal as the development of each individual’s learning potential, with the curriculum built upon the specific needs and interests of each child. Bureaucratic school structures do nothing to promote this kind of teaching. Any ideas that are at variance with the school’s organizational structure will fail. The craftsman teachers do not have the time to communicate the standardized programs desired by the school board and also to make use of their own individualistic techniques. Further, the continued use of the former cancels the effects of the craftsman approach. In delineating his conclusions, Professor Gracey includes his observations on the community and educational setting ofthe study, the two types of teachers, the administration, the parents, and the children’s response to educational organization. This study is unique in approaching its educational subject matter from a sociological point of view; Professor Gracey intended it as a study of |
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Diva: Defiance and Passion in Early Italian Cinema $59.9 As scientific discoveries and technological advances radically modernized Europe around the turn of the twentieth century, artists of all types began questioning what it means to be human in an increasingly mechanistic world. Animated by a luminous goddess at its center, the diva film provided a forum for denouncing social evils and exploring new models of behavior among the sexes. These melodramas of courtship, seduction, marriage, betrayal, abandonment, child custody, and public reputation, to mention only a few themes, offered women a vision of—if not always a realistic hope for—emancipation and self-discovery.In Diva, Angela Dalle Vacche offers the first authoritative study of this important “film” genre of the cinema that preceded the Great War of 1914-1918. She analyzes some seventy films, as well as the work of actresses such as Francesca Bertini, Lyda Borelli, and Pina Menichelli, to establish what the diva film contributed to the modernist development of the “new woman.” Contrasting the Italian diva with the Hollywood vamp Theda Bara and the famous Danish star Asta Nielsen, Dalle Vacche shows how the diva oscillates between articulating Henri Bergson’s vibrant life-force (élan vital) and representing the suffering figure of the Catholic mater dolorosa.Taking readers on a fascinating tour that includes the Ballets Russes, orientalism, art nouveau, Futurism, fashion, prostitution, stunt women in the circus, aviation, anti-Semitism, colonialism, and censorship, Diva sheds important new light on the eccentric implantation of modernity in Italy, as well as on how, before World War I, the filmic image was associated with the powers of the occult and not with the Freudian unconscious, as has been argued until now. |
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Diva: Defiance and Passion in Early Italian Cinema [With DVD] $34.95 As scientific discoveries and technological advances radically modernized Europe around the turn of the twentieth century, artists of all types began questioning what it means to be human in an increasingly mechanistic world. Animated by a luminous goddess at its center, the diva film provided a forum for denouncing social evils and exploring new models of behavior among the sexes. These melodramas of courtship, seduction, marriage, betrayal, abandonment, child custody, and public reputation, to mention only a few themes, offered women a vision of–if not always a realistic hope for–emancipation and self-discovery.In Diva, Angela Dalle Vacche offers the first authoritative study of this important “film” genre of the cinema that preceded the Great War of 1914-1918. She analyzes some seventy films, as well as the work of actresses such as Francesca Bertini, Lyda Borelli, and Pina Menichelli, to establish what the diva film contributed to the modernist development of the “new woman.” Contrasting the Italian diva with the Hollywood vamp Theda Bara and the famous Danish star Asta Nielsen, Dalle Vacche shows how the diva oscillates between articulating Henri Bergson’s vibrant life-force (élan vital) and representing the suffering figure of the Catholic mater dolorosa.Taking readers on a fascinating tour that includes the Ballets Russes, orientalism, art nouveau, Futurism, fashion, prostitution, stunt women in the circus, aviation, anti-Semitism, colonialism, and censorship, Diva sheds important new light on the eccentric implantation of modernity in Italy, as well as on how, before World War I, the filmic image was associated with the powers of the occult and not with the Freudian unconscious, as has been argued until now.Accompanying the book: Diva DolorosaDutch filmmaker Peter Delpeut (Lyrical Nitrate) captures the spirit of the diva in this DVD of clips from early Italian |
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Does My Child Have Autism: A Parents Guide to Early Detection and Intervention in Autism Spectrum Disorders $0.99 Does My Child Have Autism? is a question so many parents are asking themselves today. Is he avoiding eye contact? Why can’t she talk? Is my child’s development normal or does he have an Autism Spectrum Disorder? Parents know that if their child is somewhere on that spectrum, they need to intervene as early as possible to maximize the benefits of early treatment. This groundbreaking book, by one of the foremost experts, teachers, and clinicians in the field, provides a guide for parents about what to look for at home at twenty-four months or even earlier, what to do, and how to get the right kind of help from doctors, counselors, therapists, and other professionals. Step-by-step, Stone walks you through the diagnostic process for young children with autism and offers vital information about what will be expected of you and your child during the clinical assessment. The book reveals the critical importance of early intervention and outlines the various types of interventions that are currently available. In addition, Does My Child Have Autism? gives you practical tips, activities, and teaching tools that can be used at home to improve your child’s social, communication, and play skills.”Clear and compassionate … takes families through early warning signs, understanding the diagnostic process, and what types of early treatment might be helpful. A must-read for families with children who may have or do have an Autism Spectrum Disorder as well as clinicians and caregivers of children and families with ASD.”—Susan E. Levy, M.D., Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia |
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Early Childhood Special Education: Birth to Age Five $119.6 This new text for early childhood special education pre-service and in-service teachers provides a unique and much needed focus on how to collaborate effectively with the wide variety of professionals who work with young children who have developmental delays.Rather than limit discussion to the types of developmental disabilitites young children may experience and the role of the special education teacher, this new text explores the wide variety of professionals across disciplines who provide services to children with disabilities. In depth coverage of the history of early childhood education, special education, and litigation related to special education services and the importance of use of non-biased, highly effective assessments, combined with an overview and of major theories, their application, and an extended discussion of health-related contributors to disabilities (e.g., HIV, alcohol, cocaine) related to early childhood development all combine to make this text unqiue in its field.This text provides dedicated special education teachers and therapists with the tools and strategies needed to work cooperatively and effectively with other professionals. As part of the fundamental focus of this text, readers are introduced to the terminology needed to effectively interact with parents and providers of service of children with developmental delays, giving them the skills to enable parents to be actively involved in and contribute to their child's education. Of particular interest to readers will be the discussion of how special education professionals can work with day care providers and preschool teachers so they become familiar with attributes associated with a variety of disabilities and early childhood special education services.Highlights of this First Edition: Focuses on a variety of professionals who provide early childhood intervention services, helping readers become knowledgeable about |
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Early Literacy Fundamentals: A Balanced Approach to Language, Listening, and Literacy Skills $3.86 Early Literacy Fundamentals offers powerful activities to develop the skills, concepts, and knowledge underpinning early literacy. It builds on the personal, social, emotional, creative, and physical development skills that are a traditional part of early childhood programs. Based on the latest research, the book recognizes that oral language is the bedrock upon which formal learning is based and that literacy:begins at birth and is part of an ongoing developmental process;develops concurrently with oral language development;is enhanced by adult models who expose children to print and how it works;is based on a systematic relationship between letters and sounds;is rooted in and connected to the child’s culture and communication patterns. Each of the activities, organized around a seven-strand framework that reflects successful early childhood practices, is presented along with background research and practical advice on helping children initiate their own constructive play. The types of activities teachers will find include:learning activities appropriate to a young child’s age and stage of development;quality pre-school activities that boost all children’s language and literacy skills, and build a strong foundation for reading and literacy success in school;opportunities for children to use oral language in a variety of ways as they play and experiment with words;adult-initiated whole-group activities that can be extended into child-initiated play. Early Literacy Fundamentals provides a comprehensive overview of the language and literacyexperiences children need, and helps teachers give them a strong base on which future reading and learning success can grow. |
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Early socioemotional development in the context of family boundary ambiguity. $49.99 Early socioemotional development, in general, and self-regulation, in particular, develops in the context of early parenting relationships. This suggests there are important implications for young children's development when the boundaries circumscribing the parent-child relationship become ambiguous through parental psychological or physical absence. Boundary ambiguity, a theory which describes the basis for individual dysfunction in the context of diffuse family boundaries and is based on general systems theory, may be especially applicable to the study of early toddler emotion regulation. The two primary types of boundary ambiguity are defined as (a) parental psychological absence with physical presence or (b) parental psychological presence with physical absence. However, boundary ambiguity has not been applied, to date, in studies focusing on the relationships between very young children and their parents. The purposes of this study were to: (1) define the construct of psychological absence with physical presence in the early parent-child relationships, (2) explore the impact of psychological absence on the development of children's early self-regulation between 14 and 36 months of age, and (3) explore the impact of psychological presence with physical absence on toddlers' (14-36 months of age) regulatory outcomes. Results supported a proximal method for measuring psychological absence using a latent construct and further demonstrated that mothers' psychological absence significantly predicted children's emotion regulation related behaviors across toddlerhood; these results were consistent across racial/ethnic groups and did not differ for boys as compared to girls. Additionally, results demonstrated that fathers' consistent physical presence significantly predicted toddlers' emotion regulation related behaviors across toddlerhood; these results are discussed within the framework of boundary ambiguity, suggesting that |
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Effects of and Interventions for Childhood Trauma from Infancy through Adolescence: Pain Unspeakable $19 Successfully reach out and help children through the worst times of their young lives! Effects of and Interventions for Childhood Trauma from Infancy Through Adolescence: Pain Unspeakable explores an array of trauma-related topics pertaining to children of all ages from a variety of cultures and countries. This book covers the various ego stages of child development and addresses how each one is affected by traumatic experiences. This easy-to-read resource serves as a readily available reference for caregivers—professional or otherwise—who work with or encounter a child who has been traumatized. In Effects of and Interventions for Childhood Trauma from Infancy Through Adolescence, you’ll find actual accounts of traumatic incidents throughout the world, focused specifically on those incidents that have the most devastating impact on large groups of children. This book reviews the research on post-traumatic stress disorder and stress-response related symptoms with brief descriptions of treatments for you to use with children who suffer from posttraumatic stress. Special features of this important tool consist of with an extensive list of organizations and crisis hotline numbers as well as recommended reading, video, and curricula resources. Effects of and Interventions for Childhood Trauma from Infancy Through Adolescence examines traumatic situations from many angles, including: the many faces of trauma—accidents, fire, natural disasters developmental considerations, including ego development, memory development, and the development of fears and responses the way children respond to traumatic incidents the types of interventions—individual, group, family, pharmacological, and school-based cultural considerations from around the globe how to establish a school-based Trauma Response Team Effects of and Interventions for Childhood Trauma from Infancy Through Adolescence includes real |
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Evaluating Children’s Interactive Products: Principles and Practices for Interaction Designers $53.95 Interactive products designed for children—whether toys, games, educational products, or websites—are increasingly embedded in children’s lives and school experiences. Making these products safe, effective, and entertaining requires new methodologies for carrying out sound and unbiased evaluations for these users with unique requirements, environments, and ethical considerations. This book directly addresses this need by thoroughly covering the evaluation of all types of interactive technology for children. Based on the authors’ workshops, conference courses, and own design experience and research, this highly practical book reads like a handbook, while being thoroughly grounded in the latest research. Throughout, the authors illustrate techniques and principles with numerous mini case studies and highlight practical information in tips and exercises and conclude with three in-depth case studies. Essential reading for usability experts, product developers, and researchers in the field.• Presents an essential background in child development and child psychology, particularly as they relate to technology. • Captures best practices for observing and surveying children, training evaluators, and capturing the child user experience using audio and visual technology.• Examines ethical and legal issues involved in working with children and offers guidelines for effective risk management. |
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Evaluating Children’s Interactive Products: Principles and Practices for Interaction Designers $53.95 Interactive products designed for children—whether toys, games, educational products, or websites—are increasingly embedded in children’s lives and school experiences. Making these products safe, effective, and entertaining requires new methodologies for carrying out sound and unbiased evaluations for these users with unique requirements, environments, and ethical considerations. This book directly addresses this need by thoroughly covering the evaluation of all types of interactive technology for children. Based on the authors’ workshops, conference courses, and own design experience and research, this highly practical book reads like a handbook, while being thoroughly grounded in the latest research. Throughout, the authors illustrate techniques and principles with numerous mini case studies and highlight practical information in tips and exercises and conclude with three in-depth case studies. Essential reading for usability experts, product developers, and researchers in the field.* Presents an essential background in child development and child psychology, particularly as they relate to technology. * Captures best practices for observing and surveying children, training evaluators, and capturing the child user experience using audio and visual technology.* Examines ethical and legal issues involved in working with children and offers guidelines for effective risk management. |
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Families, Children and the Development of Dysfunction $0.99 Used – The family plays a central role in the mental health of children. This study of the family in relation to child development and dysfunction explores whether there are critical family characteristics that are reliably predictive of childhood dysfunction – and whether these characteristics can be modified by family therapy. The author places specific types of dysfunction such as depression, conduct problems and anxiety in the context of family influences, and details issues of identificatio |
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Families, Children and the Development of Dysfunction $9.02 Used – The family plays a central role in the mental health of children. This study of the family in relation to child development and dysfunction explores whether there are critical family characteristics that are reliably predictive of childhood dysfunction – and whether these characteristics can be modified by family therapy. The author places specific types of dysfunction such as depression, conduct problems and anxiety in the context of family influences, and details issues of identificatio |
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Families, Children and the Development of Dysfunction $67 The family plays a central role in the mental health of children. This study of the family in relation to child development and dysfunction explores whether there are critical family characteristics that are reliably predictive of childhood dysfunction – and whether these characteristics can be modified by family therapy. The author places specific types of dysfunction such as depression, conduct problems and anxiety in the context of family influences, and details issues of identification, assessment and treatment of childhood dysfunction in relation to family processes. |
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Families, Children, And The Development Of Dysfunction $67 The family plays a central role in the mental health of children. This study of the family in relation to child development and dysfunction explores whether there are critical family characteristics that are reliably predictive of childhood dysfunction – and whether these characteristics can be modified by family therapy.The author places specific types of dysfunction such as depression, conduct problems and anxiety in the context of family influences, and details issues of identification, assessment and treatment of childhood dysfunction in relation to family processes. |
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First and Second Language Acquisition: Parallels and Differences $92.68 Used – “Infants and very young children develop almost miraculously the ability of speech, without apparent effort, without even being taught – as opposed to the teenager or the adult struggling without, it seems, ever being able to reach the same level of proficiency as five year olds in their first language. This useful textbook serves as a guide to different types of language acquisition: monolingual and bilingual first language development and child and adult second language acquisition. Unl |
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Foundations of Early Childhood Education: Teaching Children in a Diverse Society $144 Foundations of Early Childhood Education: Teaching Children in a Diverse Society is a practical introduction to the field of early childhood education and can even be used as a hands-on guide. The text emphasizes observations skills and the need to understand child growth and development, special needs, developmentally appropriate practice, positive guidance, an overview of curriculum, and the importance of working with families. Based firmly on research, but with a focus on practice, the text gives students the information they need to function in early childhood settings of various types including classrooms, child care programs, and infant centers. The information is reinforced by a multitude of real-life examples—dialogues, case studies, stories, and anecdotes—that help students make the connection between theory and practice. The text also integrates and discusses cultural influences and stresses what students need to know about working with children from diverse backgrounds. |
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Foundations of Early Childhood Education: Teaching Children in a Diverse Society $144 Foundations of Early Childhood Education: Teaching Children in a Diverse Society is a practical introduction to the field of early childhood education and can even be used as a hands-on guide. The text emphasizes observations skills and the need to understand child growth and development, special needs, developmentally appropriate practice, positive guidance, an overview of curriculum, and the importance of working with families. Based firmly on research, but with a focus on practice, the text gives students the information they need to function in early childhood settings of various types including classrooms, child care programs, and infant centers. The information is reinforced by a multitude of real-life examples—dialogues, case studies, stories, and anecdotes—that help students make the connection between theory and practice. The text also integrates and discusses cultural influences and stresses what students need to know about working with children from diverse backgrounds. |
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Foundations of Early Childhood Education: Teaching Children in a Diverse Society $155.67 Foundations of Early Childhood Education: Teaching Children in a Diverse Society is a practical introduction to the field of early childhood education and can even be used as a hands-on guide. The text emphasizes observations skills and the need to understand child growth and development, special needs, developmentally appropriate practice, positive guidance, an overview of curriculum, and the importance of working with families. Based firmly on research, but with a focus on practice, the text gives students the information they need to function in early childhood settings of various types including classrooms, child care programs, and infant centers. The information is reinforced by a multitude of real-life examples—dialogues, case studies, stories, and anecdotes—that help students make the connection between theory and practice. The text also integrates and discusses cultural influences and stresses what students need to know about working with children from diverse backgrounds. |
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Foundations of Early Childhood Education: Teaching Children in a Diverse Society $155.67 Foundations of Early Childhood Education: Teaching Children in a Diverse Society is a practical introduction to the field of early childhood education and can even be used as a hands-on guide. The text emphasizes observations skills and the need to understand child growth and development, special needs, developmentally appropriate practice, positive guidance, an overview of curriculum, and the importance of working with families. Based firmly on research, but with a focus on practice, the text gives students the information they need to function in early childhood settings of various types including classrooms, child care programs, and infant centers. The information is reinforced by a multitude of real-life examples—dialogues, case studies, stories, and anecdotes—that help students make the connection between theory and practice. The text also integrates and discusses cultural influences and stresses what students need to know about working with children from diverse backgrounds. |
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Genital Autonomy:: Protecting Personal Choice $189 Circumcision affects 15.3 million children and young adults annually. In terms of gender, 13.3 million boys and 2 million girls are subjected to the involuntary removal of part or all of their external sexual organs every year. The problem of female circumcision has been addressed on an international level, but male circumcision remains a controversial subject that many academics have been reluctant to examine.Circumcision is tolerated today because it has been practiced for millennia by a small but vocal minority of religious and ethnic groups, however, when the practice is examined through the lens of modern legal, ethical, and human rights advancements, no place remains in civilized society for this body-altering ritual.In Genital Autonomy: Protecting Personal Choice, international experts address various types of genital modifications, the impact of these harmful traditional practices on the child, on human rights, and on the development of the concept of bodily integrity. The papers presented in this volume address these topics from a variety of angles. They question and dissects the true motivations of the doctors, witch doctors, and “holy men” who promote and profit from circumcision. |
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Helping Bereaved Children: A Handbook for Practitioners $50  This acclaimed work describes a range of counseling and therapy approaches for children who have experienced loss. Practitioners and students are given practical strategies for helping preschoolers through adolescents cope with different forms of bereavement, including death in the family, school, and community. Grounded in research on child therapy, bereavement, trauma, and child development, the volume includes rich case presentations and clearly explains the principles that guide interventions. Eleven reproducible assessment tools and handouts can also be downloaded and printed in a convenient 8 1/2" x 11" size. New to This Edition*Significantly revised and updated to reflect new information and approaches; 9 new topics covered.*Covers additional types of loss: war-related death in the family, deaths connected to natural disasters, and the loss of a pet.*Additional therapy modalities: cognitive-behavioral therapy and play therapy; conjoint caregiver–child treatment; and bereavement groups and camps.*Addresses how to help parents and teachers meet bereaved children’s needs. |
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Helping Children With Aggression And Conduct Problems $79.72 This eminently practical book thoroughly describes the most effective interventions for 3- to 12-year-olds with aggression and conduct problems. Risk and protective factors for the development of these types of behaviors are explained and guidelines provided for planning and implementing such interventions as social competence training, parent and family skills building, psychotherapy, pharmacotherapy, school-based approaches, and community-based child and family support. Chapters on each type of intervention provide a concise review of the research literature, identify empirically supported program models, and offer clear recommendations for handling different clinical situations. |
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Helping Children with Aggression and Conduct Problems: Best Practices for Intervention $34.81 This eminently practical book thoroughly describes the most effective interventions for 3- to 12-year-olds with aggression and conduct problems. Risk and protective factors for the development of these types of behaviors are explained and guidelines provided for planning and implementing such interventions as social competence training, parent and family skills building, psychotherapy, pharmacotherapy, school-based approaches, and community-based child and family support. Chapters on each type of intervention provide a concise review of the research literature, identify empirically supported program models, and offer clear recommendations for handling different clinical situations. |
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Helping Children with Aggression and Conduct Problems: Best Practices for Intervention $34.11 New – This eminently practical book thoroughly describes the most effective interventions for 3- to 12-year-olds with aggression and conduct problems. Risk and protective factors for the development of these types of behaviors are explained and guidelines provided for planning and implementing such interventions as social competence training, parent and family skills building, psychotherapy, pharmacotherapy, school-based approaches, and community-based child and family support. Chapters on each |
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Hindi-Speaking Two-Year-Old Children’s Development of Verb Constructions: An Examination of Experimental and Everyday Contexts. $74.5 Used – The present study examined 2 year-old Hindi-speaking children’s productivity with transitive and intransitive constructions using concurrent measures of experimental and naturalistic verb use. Productivity is a child’s ability to use a new verb in a construction in which she has never before heard it. In the experimental study seventeen 2.5, and sixteen, 3 year-old children were taught 6 familiar and 4 novel verbs for two types of transitive events. One in which the agent directly brought |
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Hindi-Speaking Two-Year-Old Children’s Development of Verb Constructions: An Examination of Experimental and Everyday Contexts. $74.5 New – The present study examined 2 year-old Hindi-speaking children’s productivity with transitive and intransitive constructions using concurrent measures of experimental and naturalistic verb use. Productivity is a child’s ability to use a new verb in a construction in which she has never before heard it. In the experimental study seventeen 2.5, and sixteen, 3 year-old children were taught 6 familiar and 4 novel verbs for two types of transitive events. One in which the agent directly brought |
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Hindi-speaking two-year-old children’s development of verb constructions: An examination of experimental and everyday contexts. $49.99 The present study examined 2 year-old Hindi-speaking children’s productivity with transitive and intransitive constructions using concurrent measures of experimental and naturalistic verb use. Productivity is a child’s ability to use a new verb in a construction in which she has never before heard it. In the experimental study seventeen 2.5, and sixteen, 3 year-old children were taught 6 familiar and 4 novel verbs for two types of transitive events. One in which the agent directly brought about a change in the object and one in which the agent used an instrument to bring about the change. Each child learnt half the familiar and novel verbs in the transitive construction (e.g., ladka paani ko gam-aa raha hae- ‘the boy is gain the water’) and half the verbs in the intransitive construction (paani gam gaya – the water is gam-ed’). Results show that most 2.5 year old Hindi-speaking children are productive in the use of constructions with novel verbs in both types of events. All children performed better with familiar verbs and 2.5 year-olds were better at producing an unmodeled transitive construction than an intransitive construction. Studies two and three examined the relation of children’s novel verb use with their own and their caregivers’ verb use in play contexts. Three children who were productive and three who were not productive in the experimental task and their caregivers were recorded in naturalistic play contexts for an hour each week for four weeks. Findings show a strong link between children’s productivity with novel verbs and their own and their caregivers’ use of transitive and intransitive constructions diversely with a number of verbs and argument frames in naturalistic contexts. These results suggest that languages with explicit markings for agent-patient relations facilitate an earlier onset of productivity than word-order languages like English. Additionally, the number of verb types used in familiar constructions helps children understand the |
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Hindi-speaking two-year-old children’s development of verb constructions: An examination of experimental and everyday contexts. $49.99 The present study examined 2 year-old Hindi-speaking children’s productivity with transitive and intransitive constructions using concurrent measures of experimental and naturalistic verb use. Productivity is a child’s ability to use a new verb in a construction in which she has never before heard it. In the experimental study seventeen 2.5, and sixteen, 3 year-old children were taught 6 familiar and 4 novel verbs for two types of transitive events. One in which the agent directly brought about a change in the object and one in which the agent used an instrument to bring about the change. Each child learnt half the familiar and novel verbs in the transitive construction (e.g., ladka paani ko gam-aa raha hae- ‘the boy is gain the water’) and half the verbs in the intransitive construction (paani gam gaya – the water is gam-ed’). Results show that most 2.5 year old Hindi-speaking children are productive in the use of constructions with novel verbs in both types of events. All children performed better with familiar verbs and 2.5 year-olds were better at producing an unmodeled transitive construction than an intransitive construction. Studies two and three examined the relation of children’s novel verb use with their own and their caregivers’ verb use in play contexts. Three children who were productive and three who were not productive in the experimental task and their caregivers were recorded in naturalistic play contexts for an hour each week for four weeks. Findings show a strong link between children’s productivity with novel verbs and their own and their caregivers’ use of transitive and intransitive constructions diversely with a number of verbs and argument frames in naturalistic contexts. These results suggest that languages with explicit markings for agent-patient relations facilitate an earlier onset of productivity than word-order languages like English. Additionally, the number of verb types used in familiar constructions helps children understand the |
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In the Business of Child Care: Employer Initiatives and Working Women $93.57 New – “The focus of this short, well-written, and interesting book is employer support for child-care provision in the US. Topics include the need for and history of child care outside the home, the different types of support offered by employers (with examples), and the pros and cons for providing that support. An argument against expecting government assistance is presented. For Auerbach, a sociologist, an important consequence of the development of employer support is the legitimization of mo |
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Infantilism (Physiological Disorder) $44.4 New – Please note that the content of this book primarily consists of articles available from Wikipedia or other free sources online. In medicine, Infantilism is an obsolete term for various, often unrelated disorders human development, up to developmental disability, which consist of retention of the physical and/or psychological characteristics of early developmental stages (infant, child) into a relatively advanced age. Various types of infantilism were recognized, lumped together in the abov |
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Infantilism (Physiological Disorder) $44.4 Used – Please note that the content of this book primarily consists of articles available from Wikipedia or other free sources online. In medicine, Infantilism is an obsolete term for various, often unrelated disorders human development, up to developmental disability, which consist of retention of the physical and/or psychological characteristics of early developmental stages (infant, child) into a relatively advanced age. Various types of infantilism were recognized, lumped together in the abo |
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Intellectual Disability: A Guide for Families and Professionals $8.82 Approximately 2.5 million people in the United States—one percent of the population—have an intellectual disability (previously referred to as mental retardation). These conditions range from genetic disorders such as Down syndrome to disabilities caused by infectious diseases and brain injury. Intellectual Disability: A Guide for Families and Professionals, by one of the country’s foremost authorities on intellectual disability, is a comprehensive resource that will be of importance to anyone with a personal connection to a child or adult with a neurodevelopmental disorder. Emphasizing the humanity of persons with intellectual and related developmental disabilities, psychiatrist and pediatrician James Harris provides essential information on assessment and diagnosis of intellectual disability, treatments for specific disorders, and ways to take advantage of the wide array of services available today. The focus throughout is on the development of the person, the positive supports necessary for self-determination, and, to the extent possible, independent decision making. Harris also surveys historical attitudes toward intellectual disability, the medical community’s current understanding of its causes and frequency, and the associated physical, behavioral, and psychiatric conditions (such as seizure disorder, depression, and autism) that often accompany particular types of intellectual disability. The book addresses legal, medical, mental health, and research-related issues as well as matters of spirituality, highlighting the ways in which individuals with intellectual disability can meaningfully participate in the spiritual lives of their families and their communities. Each chapter ends with a series of key points to remember, and the book concludes with a list of additional resources of further interest. Intellectual Disability is a must-read for parents and families of those with neurodevelopmental disorders, providing guidance and |
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Intellectual Disability: A Guide for Families and Professionals $27.95 Approximately 2.5 million people in the United States–one percent of the population–have an intellectual disability (previously referred to as mental retardation). These conditions range from genetic disorders such as Down syndrome to disabilities caused by infectious diseases and brain injury. Intellectual Disability: A Guide for Families and Professionals, by one of the country’s foremost authorities on intellectual disability, is a comprehensive resource that will be of importance to anyone with a personal connection to a child or adult with a neurodevelopmental disorder. Emphasizing the humanity of persons with intellectual and related developmental disabilities, psychiatrist and pediatrician James Harris provides essential information on assessment and diagnosis of intellectual disability, treatments for specific disorders, and ways to take advantage of the wide array of services available today. The focus throughout is on the development of the person, the positive supports necessary for self-determination, and, to the extent possible, independent decision making. Harris also surveys historical attitudes toward intellectual disability, the medical community’s current understanding of its causes and frequency, and the associated physical, behavioral, and psychiatric conditions (such as seizure disorder, depression, and autism) that often accompany particular types of intellectual disability. The book addresses legal, medical, mental health, and research-related issues as well as matters of spirituality, highlighting the ways in which individuals with intellectual disability can meaningfully participate in the spiritual lives of their families and their communities. Each chapter ends with a series of key points to remember, and the book concludes with a list of additional resources of further interest. Intellectual Disability is a must-read for parents and families of those with neurodevelopmental disorders, providing guidance and |
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Interactions for Development and Learning: Birth Through Eight Years $30 New – This book is the first of its kind to emphasize the importance of different types of interaction for development and learning. A theoretical rationale is provided for the importance of appropriate interactions between an adult and child, between a child and older and younger peers, or between a child and an object. For those who work in real situations with young children, this is an invaluable guide that presents methods of planning, program implementation, and evaluation. |
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Interdisciplinary Perspectives In Child Abuse And Neglect $103.95 This book presents and illustrates the perspectives and roles of six disciplines on a multidisciplinary child-protection team. It is intended to be used as part of the academic preparation for professionals from the respective disciplines who are interested in working in the field of child abuse and neglect. It includes educational, legal, nursing, medical, psychological, and social work perspectives and principles, and practice for team development.Chapter 1 discusses the history of multidisciplinary teams in child welfare services. Chapter 2 focuses on the organization and structure of child abuse and neglect services and the functions of the social worker within this service system. Chapter 3 presents the medical aspects of the multidisciplinary team approach in diagnosing, discussing, evaluating, and analyzing cases. Chapter 4 delineates the role of professional psychology in the prevention, assessment, and treatment of child abuse and neglect cases. Chapter 5 begins with an explanation of the importance of the law, which provides remedy by punishing the abuser or placing the child in a safe and nurturing home. Chapter 6 provides knowledge and understanding of the legal status of educators as related to child abuse and neglect. In Chapter 7, the use of the nursing process in practice with abusive and neglectful families is outlined. Particular attention is paid to the identification of assessment warning signs that can indicate potential or actual abuse. Chapter 8 outlines strategies for team development, emphasizing team process, which includes communication, decision making, and conflict management. Emphasis is placed on clarifying roles, structure, and format of various types of teams. |
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Introduction to Early Childhood Education: A Developmental Perspective $24.6 Emphasizes Developmental Understanding and Intentionality in Teaching • Marion’s text explores the domains of child development in Chapters 4 through 7 and relates this knowledge to developmentally appropriate teaching for children from birth through the primary grades. This book takes evidence of what research tells us about developing children and shows how teacher dispositions and appropriate practices appear in the classroom. • The text also helps students recognize appropriate intentional teaching practices in text examples and in Teach Intentionally features. For examples, see pages 73, 97, 222, and 292. Provides Real Examples and Vignettes to Help Students Engage and Relate. As in Marion’s popular guidance textbook, opening vignettes and many classroom examples are woven through each chapter. Check Your Understanding features ask students to analyze vignettes or review material they’ve just read. For examples, see pages 72, 94, 210, and 299. Aligns with NAEYC Standards. At the beginning of each chapter are Guiding Questions based on NAEYC’s licensure standards that ensure students have a complete orientation to the field. Weaves Diversity Throughout. To reflect the contemporary nature of inclusive education, this text includes content about children with special needs and about other types of diversity in nearly every chapter. For examples, see pages 61, 132, 156, and 172. |
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Introduction to Early Childhood Education: Equity and Inclusion $133.6 Introduction to Early Childhood Education Equity and Inclusion Johnna Darragh Takes a Blended Early Childhood General/Special Education Approach Offers a broad overview of the field of early childhood education, with a focus on teaching each and every child. Weaves the needs of diverse learners throughout the text, as opposed to isolating content in chapter inserts or a separate chapter. Uniquely emphasizes access for children, families, and professionals to the field of early childhood education and provides strategies supporting equity and success. See also “Issues of Access and Equity” on pages XX, XX, and XXX. Brings the Field to Life Through Extensive Examples “Teaching and Learning Connections” boxes offer applicable and straightforward strategies for chapter content. See pages XX, XX, and XX. Vignettes and case studies highlight chapter material in a natural context, helping students visualize what they’re learning. MyEducationLab, a rich and integrated online experience, provides students a view into real classrooms when they watch videos and answer assignable questions to assess their understanding of chapter content and build skills they will need as teachers. Helps Students Put Theory into Practice Draws strong connections among theory, curriculum planning, implementation, and assessment and emphasizes the intentional curriculum. Supports Professional Development Discusses diverse types and levels of professional experiences. Ties end-of-chaptermaterial to NAEYC Standards for Professional Preparation, CEC/DEC Personnel Standards for Early Education and Early Intervention, and NAEYC and DEC Codes of Ethical Conduct. Presents issues and strategies to support professional development over time, including development |
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Introduction to Early Childhood Education: Equity and Inclusion (with MyEducationLab) $140.27 Equity and Inclusion Johnna DarraghTakes a Blended Early Childhood General/Special Education Approach Offers a broad overview of the field of early childhood education, with a focus on teaching each and every child. Weaves the needs of diverse learners throughout the text, as opposed to isolating content in chapter inserts or a separate chapter. Uniquely emphasizes access for children, families, and professionals to the field of early childhood education and provides strategies supporting equity and success. See also “Issues of Access and Equity” on pages XX, XX, and XXX. Brings the Field to Life Through Extensive Examples “Teaching and Learning Connections” boxes offer applicable and straightforward strategies for chapter content. See pages XX, XX, and XX. Vignettes and case studies highlight chapter material in a natural context, helping students visualize what they’re learning. MyEducationLab, a rich and integrated online experience, provides students a view into real classrooms when they watch videos and answer assignable questions to assess their understanding of chapter content and build skills they will need as teachers. Helps Students Put Theory into Practice Draws strong connections among theory, curriculum planning, implementation, and assessment and emphasizes the intentional curriculum. Supports Professional Development Discusses diverse types and levels of professional experiences. Ties end-of-chapter material to NAEYC Standards for Professional Preparation, CEC/DEC Personnel Standards for Early Education and Early Intervention, and NAEYC and DEC Codes of Ethical Conduct. Presents issues and strategies to support professional development over time, including development of a philosophy of education and a |
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Italian Panel Painting in the Duecento and Trecento $46.85 Used – This wide-ranging book brings together a rich array of current approaches to panel painting of the thirteenth and fourteenth centuries, a period that has received far less attention than the Renaissance. From the middle of the thirteenth century onward, Italy witnessed a boom in panel painting. This brought about the transformation of existing object types, including painted crosses, altar frontals, and monumental panels of the Virgin and Child. It also fueled the development of new types |
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Italian Panel Painting of the Duecento and Trecento $46.85 This wide-ranging book brings together a rich array of current approaches to panel painting of the thirteenth and fourteenth centuries, a period that has received far less attention than the Renaissance. From the middle of the thirteenth century onward, Italy witnessed a boom in panel painting. This brought about the transformation of existing object types, including painted crosses, altar frontals, and monumental panels of the Virgin and Child. It also fueled the development of new types of panel painting, particularly various forms of altarpieces, lunette-shaped panels for architectural settings, small-scale panels for personal devotion, and painted chests for private homes. The international gathering of curators, art historians, and conservators who contribute to this volume discuss specific types of panel paintings, and they also examine local traditions, individual artistic solutions, patronage, production, use, iconography, and the relationship of panel painting to other art forms. Among the broader issues they address are liturgy, aesthetics, the perception and function of religious imagery, and style.Author Biography: Victor M. Schmidt teaches at the University of Groningen. |
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Kinds, Things, and Stuff: Mass Terms and Generics $12.5 A generic statement is a type of generalization that is made by asserting that a “kind” has a certain property. For example we might hear that marshmallows are sweet. Here, we are talking about the “kind” marshmallow and assert that individual instances of this kind have the property of being sweet. Almost all of our common sense knowledge about the everyday world is put in terms of generic statements. What can make these generic sentences be true even when there are exceptions? A mass term is one that does not “divide its reference;” the word water is a mass term; the word dog is a count term. In a certain vicinity, one can count and identity how many dogs there are, but it doesn’t make sense to do that for water–there just is water present. The philosophical literature is rife with examples concerning how a thing can be composed of a mass, such as a statue being composed of clay. Both generic statements and mass terms have led philosophers, linguists, semanticists, and logicians to search for theories to accommodate these phenomena and relationships. The contributors to this interdisciplinary volume study the nature and use of generics and mass terms. Noted researchers in the psychology of language use material from the investigation of human performance and child-language learning to broaden the range of options open for formal semanticists in the construction of their theories, and to give credence to some of their earlier postulations–for instance, concerning different types of predications that are available for true generics and for the role of object recognitions in the development of count vs. mass terms. Relevant data also is described by investigating the ways children learn these sorts of linguistic items: children can learn how to sue generic statements correctly at an early age, and children are adept at individuating objects and distinguishing them from the stuff of which they are made also at an early age. |
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Knack Parenting a Preschooler: A Complete Guide to Preparing Your Child for the Classroom–Ages 3 to 5 $0.99 So you’ve passed the first stage of your child’s life with flying colors and survived the “terrible twos.” Congratulations! Now comes the fun part: guiding your little one’s social, physical, and emotional development to provide the best possible preparation for kindergarten and school. Make it easy with Knack Parenting a Preschooler—a visually-driven reference replete with information for busy parents about behaviors, general care advice, and skills development for three-to-five-year-olds. It guides you through skills needed to start school successfully and helps you decide between different types of preschools. Coauthored by an MD and an educator, it organizes chapters by year and activity or behavior, allowing for easy reference. 350 full-color photos covering:Dressing • Hygiene • Sleeping • Playing • Safety • Behavior • Social, Physical & Emotional Growth Nutrition • Allergies  • Music • Reading • School Prep |
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Love’s Pivotal Relationships: The Chum First Love Outlaw and the Intimate Partner $15.35 Tucked within this volume are heartlines, woven equally of two types of tough yet tender threads: tales and thoughts about loving and longing. The weave creates soul stories about pivotal relationships: one’s chum, first love, outlaw, and the intimate partner. The blend of stories and ideas communicates what happens “on the ground” and in the time of daily life. What belongs together is bound together: experience-reflection, meaning-action, smiles and tears.These relationships concern us all. Within them, we experience life’s most important, validating, and memorable “moments.” The chum is one’s first best friend. She or he calls me to become– not just a child, a family member, or a follower of the gang– but a unique person. We tame one another. Thus our friendship promotes us to become real, and affords us an abiding presence. Now I will never be alone, but always vulnerable to loneliness. Significantly, the chum bond is unencumbered with the issues of sexuality. My first love draws out the burgeoning man or woman in me. Within the orbit of our “harmonious us,” we share a plethora of “firsts” and negotiate the full spectrum of absolutes: the One, the Good, the True, the Beautiful, the Magic, and the Tragic. The person of the person and not sex matters most. It is the outlaw who stirs my passion and rouses the broad and raw dimensions of my sexuality. He is the significant stranger who comes from a world different from my normal, habitual context. She introduces new ways of seeing and comprehending the social world.” My outlaw challenges my meaning-system of values, morals and customary practices. With vows or promises, I commit to my intimate partner. He is myconstant companion; she is the one I want to grow old with. These relationships index our growth beyond pure biological unfolding; they reveal that my most significant development happens because the “Other,” by facing and appealing to me for my response, solicits and provokes growth. |
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Man, Woman And Child $19.99 Purchase of this book includes free trial access to www.million-books.com where you can read more than a million books for free.This is an OCR edition with typos.Excerpt from book:THE EVOLUTION OF MARRIAGE. In the popular mind, the perfect man has for many ages stood away back in the beginning of creation; and all the deteriorations of human nature, all the savagery, all the barbarism, have come as degradations of this perfect man. We now know, however, that the precise reverse of this popular idea is true. The perfect man is as yet only an ideal. He is before us, leading on the race to that toward which, through toil and struggle and tears, humanity is striving. Then, as the perfect man has been thought to stand at the beginning of the race, so also has the perfect marriage; for beside this perfect man in his ideal home, created by the hand of God, has stood the perfect woman. And they, hand in hand, represent the perfect social union of the world; and whatever other types of marriage may have prevailed, 01 whatever looser associations that are not worthy of the name of marriage may have existed in the course of human development, these have all been regarded as degradations of this primitive type. This idea also we now know to be simply the reverse of the fact. The perfect marriage, as well as the perfect man, is an ideal which is still ahead of us, something that lures us on in that future toward which, through manifold struggles and strivings and tears, humanity is making its slow and gradual approach. This is exactly what we should expect, if the law of evolution beaccepted as true; for this law starts with the assumption everywhere, which assumption so far as human investigation has gone is always justified by the fact, that all progress is from the general, the unorganized, the indefinite toward the special, the organized, and the definite. That is, the highest and finest results are at the end; and the crude material only do we expect to |
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Man, Woman And Child $15.51 Purchase of this book includes free trial access to www.million-books.com where you can read more than a million books for free.This is an OCR edition with typos.Excerpt from book:THE EVOLUTION OF MARRIAGE. In the popular mind, the perfect man has for many ages stood away back in the beginning of creation; and all the deteriorations of human nature, all the savagery, all the barbarism, have come as degradations of this perfect man. We now know, however, that the precise reverse of this popular idea is true. The perfect man is as yet only an ideal. He is before us, leading on the race to that toward which, through toil and struggle and tears, humanity is striving. Then, as the perfect man has been thought to stand at the beginning of the race, so also has the perfect marriage; for beside this perfect man in his ideal home, created by the hand of God, has stood the perfect woman. And they, hand in hand, represent the perfect social union of the world; and whatever other types of marriage may have prevailed, 01 whatever looser associations that are not worthy of the name of marriage may have existed in the course of human development, these have all been regarded as degradations of this primitive type. This idea also we now know to be simply the reverse of the fact. The perfect marriage, as well as the perfect man, is an ideal which is still ahead of us, something that lures us on in that future toward which, through manifold struggles and strivings and tears, humanity is making its slow and gradual approach. This is exactly what we should expect, if the law of evolution beaccepted as true; for this law starts with the assumption everywhere, which assumption so far as human investigation has gone is always justified by the fact, that all progress is from the general, the unorganized, the indefinite toward the special, the organized, and the definite. That is, the highest and finest results are at the end; and the crude material only do we expect to |
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Man, Woman And Child $23.86 Purchase of this book includes free trial access to www.million-books.com where you can read more than a million books for free.This is an OCR edition with typos.Excerpt from book:THE EVOLUTION OF MARRIAGE. In the popular mind, the perfect man has for many ages stood away back in the beginning of creation; and all the deteriorations of human nature, all the savagery, all the barbarism, have come as degradations of this perfect man. We now know, however, that the precise reverse of this popular idea is true. The perfect man is as yet only an ideal. He is before us, leading on the race to that toward which, through toil and struggle and tears, humanity is striving. Then, as the perfect man has been thought to stand at the beginning of the race, so also has the perfect marriage; for beside this perfect man in his ideal home, created by the hand of God, has stood the perfect woman. And they, hand in hand, represent the perfect social union of the world; and whatever other types of marriage may have prevailed, 01 whatever looser associations that are not worthy of the name of marriage may have existed in the course of human development, these have all been regarded as degradations of this primitive type. This idea also we now know to be simply the reverse of the fact. The perfect marriage, as well as the perfect man, is an ideal which is still ahead of us, something that lures us on in that future toward which, through manifold struggles and strivings and tears, humanity is making its slow and gradual approach. This is exactly what we should expect, if the law of evolution beaccepted as true; for this law starts with the assumption everywhere, which assumption so far as human investigation has gone is always justified by the fact, that all progress is from the general, the unorganized, the indefinite toward the special, the organized, and the definite. That is, the highest and finest results are at the end; and the crude material only do we expect to |
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Mass. MTEL General Curriculum with CD(REA) $22 Master the MTEL and Get Teaching!   REA’s MTEL General Curriculum (Field 03) Test Prep with TestWare® CD Gets Massachusetts Teachers Certified and in the Classroom!   Nationwide, more than 5 million teachers will be needed over the next decade, and all must take appropriate tests to be licensed. REA gets you ready for your teaching career with our outstanding library of Teacher Certification test preps!  REA’s revised test prep for the MTEL (Massachusetts Tests for Educator Licensure) General Curriculum Test (Field 03) was written for prospective educators seeking a Massachusetts teaching license. Teacher candidates typically take the MTEL as they are nearing completion of, or have completed, their undergraduate work. This second edition of our best-selling test prep helps you master MTEL General Curriculum Exam and get certified!   Designed for teacher candidates, students, out-of-state teachers, and career-changing professionals who are seeking certification as a Massachusetts teacher, our complete study package contains an in-depth review of all the subjects tested on the MTEL.   Two full-length multiple-choice practice tests are balanced to include every type of question, subject area, and skill tested on the actual exam, including: language arts; mathematics; history and social science; science and technology/engineering; child development; and integration of knowledge and understanding.  Both of the book’s exams are featured on our TestWare® CD with the most powerful scoring and diagnostic tools available today. Automatic scoring and instant reports help you zero in on the topics and types of questions that give you trouble now, so you’ll succeed when it counts!   Our on-screen detailed explanations of answers help you |
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Mental Health Issues in Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender Communities $64 Over the last three decades, the visibility—and public acceptance—of self-identified lesbian women and gay men and bisexual and transgender individuals has increased dramatically, making it more important than ever to understand the dynamics of their relationships.This timely work, part of Volume 21 in the Review of Psychiatry series, offers compelling facts and insights in a concise yet comprehensive format, bringing together the latest research and clinical practice in this rapidly evolving field. • Chapter 1 details normal adolescent development and the extra challenges imposed by the development of a sexual identity that is different from that of most of their peers, including the lack of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender role models.• Chapter 2 presents a rare discussion about theoretical models (managing a concealable stigma, minority stress and resilience, and coping with multiple minority statuses) and empirical data on aging as a stigmatized sexual minority, including the similarities and differences of aging between the sexual minority communities and the heterosexual community and special issues in working with aging ethnic minority gay men, lesbians, and bisexual persons.• Chapter 3 breaks new ground by detailing the expanding role of the psychiatrist or other mental health professional as forensic expert and therapist—requiring not only an in-depth understanding of lesbian and gay mental health issues, but also the often-daunting task of encouraging and teaching judges and juries to better understand these issues as they relate to discriminatory laws in child custody/visitation, workplace harassment/other discrimination, domestic violence, and immigration/asylum.• Chapter 4 covers both the three types of etiological theories on homosexuality presented in the scientific literature and an historical overview of clinical attitudes toward |
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Modern Types and Styles of Parenting Including Single Parent, Non Custodial Parent, Soccer Mom, and Parenting for Everyone $19.19 New – Please note that the content of this book primarily consists of articles available from Wikipedia or other free sources online. Parenting is the process of promoting and supporting the physical, emotional, social, and intellectual development of a child from infancy to adulthood. It refers to the activity of raising a child rather than the biological relationship. Usually, parental figures provide for a child’s physical needs, protect him from harm, and impart in him skills and cultural va |
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Music Therapy for the Autistic Child $50 This book was first published in 1978 and was the first of its kind to analyze the effect of music therapy on the development of the autistic child. It contained detailed accounts of the music therapy techniques found to be effective with different types of autistic children, and illustrated these with case studies drawn from the author’s original research. This new edition retains all the text of the first and adds three new chapters, reflecting the depth of research music therapy has received over the last ten years and its important position within the whole therapy of autistic children. Written by Auriel Warwick, a former student of Juliette Alvin, these chapters describe how parents can be involved with their autistic children in the therapeutic process, and illustrates the problems and rewards found in the musical and personal relationships which evolve. |
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Music Therapy for the Autistic Child $12.68 Used – This book was first published in 1978 and was the first of its kind to analyze the effect of music therapy on the development of the autistic child. It contained detailed accounts of the music therapy techniques found to be effective with different types of autistic children, and illustratedthese with case studies drawn from the author’s original research. This new edition retains all the text of the first and adds three new chapters, reflecting the depth of research music therapy has rec |
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Music Therapy for the Autistic Child $2.5 Used – This book was first published in 1978 and was the first of its kind to analyze the effect of music therapy on the development of the autistic child. It contained detailed accounts of the music therapy techniques found to be effective with different types of autistic children, and illustrated these with case studies drawn from the author’s original research. This new edition retains all the text of the first and adds three new chapters, reflecting the depth of research music therapy has re |
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Music Therapy for the Autistic Child $29.94 New – This book was first published in 1978 and was the first of its kind to analyze the effect of music therapy on the development of the autistic child. It contained detailed accounts of the music therapy techniques found to be effective with different types of autistic children, and illustratedthese with case studies drawn from the author’s original research. This new edition retains all the text of the first and adds three new chapters, reflecting the depth of research music therapy has rece |
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Packaging Closures and Sealing Systems $152.95 Packaging closures have undergone much evolution and development in recent years, and their functions have grown beyond simply allowing easy access and reclosing, This volume examines the technologies relevant to packaging closures and sealing systems and features chapters contributed by top professionals in the packaging industry. To date, this is the only book dedicated to this important area. It is organized according to the various types of packaging—metal, glass, plastics, flexible, and composite containers—and includes a chapter that explores child resistance, tamper evidence, and openability and another that examines quality assessment. |
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Parent-Child Relations: An Introduction (Reprint in Paper) $0.99 Used – Known for its interactive format, this research-driven book tackles the intricacies of parent-child relationships in a contemporary society. Using family systems theory, the book examines the evolution of the family, the stages of family system development, and the challenges faced by all types of families. Readers will encounter a broad range of issues such as multiracial families, adoption, gay and lesbian parents, and family therapy. Topics include: Dimensions of Parenthood; Ethnic Div |
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Parent-Child Relations: An Introduction to Parenting $36 New – Known for its interactive format, this research-driven book tackles the intricacies of parent-child relationships in a contemporary society. Using family systems theory, the book examines the evolution of the family, the stages of family system development, and the challenges faced by all types of families. Readers will encounter a broad range of issues such as multiracial families, adoption, gay and lesbian parents, and family therapy. Topics include: Dimensions of Parenthood; Ethnic Dive |
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Parent-Child Relations: An Introduction to Parenting $133.09 New – Known for its interactive format, this research-driven book tackles the intricacies of parent-child relationships in a contemporary society. Using family systems theory, the book examines the evolution of the family, the stages of family system development, and the challenges faced by all types of families. Readers will encounter a broad range of issues such as multiracial families, adoption, gay and lesbian parents, and family therapy. Topics include: Dimensions of Parenthood; Ethnic Dive |
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Parent-Child Relations: An Introduction to Parenting $0.99 Used – Known for its interactive format, this research-driven book tackles the intricacies of parent-child relationships in a contemporary society. Using family systems theory, the book examines the evolution of the family, the stages of family system development, and the challenges faced by all types of families. Readers will encounter a broad range of issues such as multiracial families, adoption, gay and lesbian parents, and family therapy. Topics include: Dimensions of Parenthood; Ethnic Div |
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Parenting and Child Development in $54.95 The goal of this volume is to discuss—in depth—the ways in which various deviations from traditional family styles affect childrearing practices and child development. Each of the contributors illustrates the dynamic developmental processes that characterize parenting and child development in contexts that can be deemed nontraditional because they do not reflect the demographic characteristics of the traditional families on which social scientists have largely focused. The contributors deal with the dynamics and possible effects of dual-career families, families with unusually involved fathers, families characterized by the occurrence of divorce, single parenthood, remarriage, poverty, adoption, reliance on nonparental childcare, ethnic membership, parents with lesbian or gay sexual orientations, as well as violent and/or neglectful parents. By doing so, the authors provide thoughtful, literate, and up-to-date accounts of a diverse array of nontraditional or traditionally understudied family types. All the chapters offer answers to a common question: How do these patterns of childcare affect children, their experiences, and their developmental processes? The answers to these questions are of practical importance, relevant to a growing proportion of the families and children in the United States, but also have significant implications for the understanding of developmental processes in general. As a result, the book will be of value to basic social scientists, as well as those professionals concerned with guiding and advising clients and public policy. |
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Pediatric Disorders Of Regulation In Affect And Behavior $25.57 Pediatric Disorders of Regulation in Affect and Behavior: A Therapist’s Guide to Assessment and Treatment represents state of the art coverage of the latest theory, research and treatment strategies for infants and children with problems of regulation. This comprehensive book, designed for mental health professionals and occupational therapists working with infants and children, provides the most recent advances in addressing disorders of self-regulation. Grounded in research, the development of self-regulation from infancy through early childhood is presented. Screening and assessment procedures are described in detail to help the reader evaluate self-regulation, attention, sensory processing, and parent-child interactions in infants and children. This book is the first of its kind to integrate treatment approaches from the fields of infant/child mental health and sensory integration. Clinicians learn how to address different types of regulatory problems in infants and children by working through the parent-child relationship. Specific treatment approaches for problems of mood regulation, sensory processing, attention, sleep, feeding, and play and social interactions are described in detail. Detailed case presentations are included in each chapter to demonstrate this innovative and integrated treatment approach. Full of practical advice, this book will be a valuable resource for early intervention programs, day cares and preschools, and infant/child mental health programs. |
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Personality and Development in Childhood: A Person-Centered Approach $1.11 Used – This Monograph addresses three questions: 1) How can we best describe childhood personality? 2) How is personality related to the child’s successes and failures? 3) What sort of factors are related to personality development? Uses a longitudinal analyses of thousands of children from across the United States to define the three personality types that best describe personality: resilient, over-controlled, and under-controlled. Studies the relationship between personality type and chi |
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Personality and Development in Childhood: A Person-Centered Approach $2.66 This Monograph addresses three questions: 1) How can we best describe childhood personality? 2) How is personality related to the child’s successes and failures? 3) What sort of factors are related to personality development? Uses a longitudinal analyses of thousands of children from across the United States to define the three personality types that best describe personality: resilient, over-controlled, and under-controlled. Studies the relationship between personality type and children’s successes and failures Explores how the stresses characteristic of poverty affect children’s personality development |
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Playtime in the Early Years: Inclusive Practice $31.63 Play is crucial to every child’s development. Use these practical strategies to ensure all children benefit from learning through play. Includes:Short case studies that illustrate how strategies work in practicePractical, topical information on how to include all children in day-to-day activitiesExplanation of how different types of SEN can affect a child’s playAdvice on how to address different behaviours seen during playPhotocopiable resourcesWritten for practitioners in all pre-school settings, as well as students, parents and childminders. |
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Prevention: The Science and Art of Promoting Health Child and Adolescent Development $23.97 Used – Solving problems before they become a crisis benefits at-risk populations and saves time, money, and resources. Effective prevention programs can make these benefits a reality?and with this landmark book, professionals will see what types of prevention efforts really work. The first and only synthesis of prevention research and methodology, this timely volume examines programs targeting the following eight pressing problems that affect infants, children, and youth: infancy and early devel |
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Prevention: The Science and Art of Promoting Health Child and Adolescent Development $29.69 New – Solving problems before they become a crisis benefits at-risk populations and saves time, money, and resources. Effective prevention programs can make these benefits a reality?and with this landmark book, professionals will see what types of prevention efforts really work. The first and only synthesis of prevention research and methodology, this timely volume examines programs targeting the following eight pressing problems that affect infants, children, and youth: infancy and early develo |
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Professional development needs and experiences of secondary principals in southwestern Pennsylvania. $108 This study examined the professional development needs and experiences of secondary principals in southwestern Pennsylvania. Professional development for principals has become critical as school leaders have been challenged by the need to create a school culture that helps prepare students for a global society and concurrently meets the requirements of No Child Left Behind (NCLB) (2001). School leaders need to experience relevant, sustained, job-embedded, instructionally focused professional development in order to successfully lead their schools and students into the 21st century. The purpose of this study was to determine the professional development needs of secondary principals, what their preferred delivery method was for this professional development, what types of professional development initiatives they have participated in throughout the region, and if these all align and support one another. A questionnaire based on the Interstate School Leaders Licensure Consortium (ISLLC) standards, the Balanced Leadership Study responsibilities (Waters, et al., 2003), and the Pennsylvania administrative standards was designed and used to investigate the secondary principals’ perspectives in relation to these needs and preferences for learning.;Based on the findings of this study, the top five professional development needs of secondary principals in the southwestern Pennsylvania region include analyzing data, communicating effectively, using research and “best practices”, building team commitment, developing information and data collection strategies. Coaching was the overall preferred delivery method for professional development for the secondary principals surveyed, followed by the method of mentoring. Many of the initiatives across the region were viewed as providing effective professional development in areas of need identified in the survey. Additionally, many principals recognized the importance of having professional development experiences that allow for |
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Professional development needs and experiences of secondary principals in southwestern Pennsylvania. $49.99 This study examined the professional development needs and experiences of secondary principals in southwestern Pennsylvania. Professional development for principals has become critical as school leaders have been challenged by the need to create a school culture that helps prepare students for a global society and concurrently meets the requirements of No Child Left Behind (NCLB) (2001). School leaders need to experience relevant, sustained, job-embedded, instructionally focused professional development in order to successfully lead their schools and students into the 21st century. The purpose of this study was to determine the professional development needs of secondary principals, what their preferred delivery method was for this professional development, what types of professional development initiatives they have participated in throughout the region, and if these all align and support one another. A questionnaire based on the Interstate School Leaders Licensure Consortium (ISLLC) standards, the Balanced Leadership Study responsibilities (Waters, et al., 2003), and the Pennsylvania administrative standards was designed and used to investigate the secondary principals’ perspectives in relation to these needs and preferences for learning.;Based on the findings of this study, the top five professional development needs of secondary principals in the southwestern Pennsylvania region include analyzing data, communicating effectively, using research and “best practices”, building team commitment, developing information and data collection strategies. Coaching was the overall preferred delivery method for professional development for the secondary principals surveyed, followed by the method of mentoring. Many of the initiatives across the region were viewed as providing effective professional development in areas of need identified in the survey. Additionally, many principals recognized the importance of having professional development experiences that allow for |
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Professional development needs and experiences of secondary principals in southwestern Pennsylvania. $49.99 This study examined the professional development needs and experiences of secondary principals in southwestern Pennsylvania. Professional development for principals has become critical as school leaders have been challenged by the need to create a school culture that helps prepare students for a global society and concurrently meets the requirements of No Child Left Behind (NCLB) (2001). School leaders need to experience relevant, sustained, job-embedded, instructionally focused professional development in order to successfully lead their schools and students into the 21st century. The purpose of this study was to determine the professional development needs of secondary principals, what their preferred delivery method was for this professional development, what types of professional development initiatives they have participated in throughout the region, and if these all align and support one another. A questionnaire based on the Interstate School Leaders Licensure Consortium (ISLLC) standards, the Balanced Leadership Study responsibilities (Waters, et al., 2003), and the Pennsylvania administrative standards was designed and used to investigate the secondary principals’ perspectives in relation to these needs and preferences for learning.;Based on the findings of this study, the top five professional development needs of secondary principals in the southwestern Pennsylvania region include analyzing data, communicating effectively, using research and “best practices”, building team commitment, developing information and data collection strategies. Coaching was the overall preferred delivery method for professional development for the secondary principals surveyed, followed by the method of mentoring. Many of the initiatives across the region were viewed as providing effective professional development in areas of need identified in the survey. Additionally, many principals recognized the importance of having professional development experiences that allow for |
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Progress in Smoking and Health Research $209.46 New – Smoking is the most common risk factor for the development of lung cancer, which is the leading cause of cancer death. It is also associated with many other types of cancer, including cancers of the esophagus, larynx, kidney, pancreas, and cervix. Smoking also increases the risk of other health problems, such as chronic lung disease and heart disease. Smoking during pregnancy can have adverse effects on the unborn child, such as premature delivery and low birth weight. This book presents c |
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