Introducing Cognitive Development by Laura Taylor (English) Paperback Book

Description: Introducing Cognitive Development by Laura Taylor Introducing Cognitive Development brings a new focus and clarity to this theoretically complex area, introducing the reader to traditional approaches to the study of cognitive development as well as more recent developments in the field. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Interest in cognitive development has been resurgent in recent years as a result of continuing improvements in technology and the new methods of research these enable. Introducing Cognitive Development brings a new focus and clarity to this theoretically complex area. Using numerous illustrations and examples it describes the specific changes that occur in cognition from infancy and throughout childhood. The reader is introduced to the topic with a review of traditional approaches to the study of cognitive development and a consideration of recent advances in the field, particularly in cognitive science. Key issues, including the relative contributions of nature and nurture, domain generality versus domain specificity and the childs own role in his/her development are considered in relation to a range of topics such as: The development of representational abilities Theory of mind and social cognition Development of language. This book provides an accessible introduction to cognitive development suitable for undergraduate students in psychology and related disciplines, as well as anyone involved in working with children. Author Biography Laura Taylor is Senior Lecturer in Psychology at the School of Health and Social Sciences, Coventry University. Table of Contents Introduction. The Starting Position. The Development of Symbolic Thought. Thinking and Reasoning. Language Development. Reading, Writing and Dyslexia. Theory of Mind. Conclusions. Details ISBN1841693537 Short Title INTRODUCING COGNITIVE DEVELOPM Series Psychology Focus Language English ISBN-10 1841693537 ISBN-13 9781841693538 Media Book Format Paperback DEWEY 155.413 Year 2005 Imprint Psychology Press Ltd Place of Publication Hove Country of Publication United Kingdom Edition 1st DOI 10.1604/9781841693538 UK Release Date 2005-10-06 AU Release Date 2005-10-06 NZ Release Date 2005-10-06 Author Laura Taylor Pages 282 Publisher Taylor & Francis Ltd Publication Date 2005-10-06 Alternative 9780367242305 Illustrations 8 Line drawings, black and white Audience Tertiary & Higher Education We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:134480111;

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