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Child Development and Social Policy: Knowledge for Action

J. Lawrence Aber

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Child Development and Social Policy: Knowledge for Action expands on Dr. Zigler's work in integrating the fields of child development and social policy, while using scientific knowledge for action as the model. Contributors discuss these key questions: What are the most powerful research insights of the last 30 years that promote effective action for children and families? What are the most powerful constraints or limits of our knowledge base to promote effective action for children and families? What are the primary components of short-term research agenda to make the most powerful difference for children and families? This edited volume focuses on both the influence of social policy on children's development and the unique perspective, insight, and skills that developmentalists bring to this policy and its formation. Programs to ensure good beginnings for all children are discussed, while the needs of those who are most vulnerable are also addressed.

Language: English

Pages: 311

Format: Hardcover

Publisher: American Psychological Association (APA)

Release: January 01, 2007

ISBN: 1591474256

ISBN 13: 9781591474258

Child Development and Social Policy: Knowledge for Action

J. Lawrence Aber

0/5 ( ratings)

Child Development and Social Policy: Knowledge for Action expands on Dr. Zigler's work in integrating the fields of child development and social policy, while using scientific knowledge for action as the model. Contributors discuss these key questions: What are the most powerful research insights of the last 30 years that promote effective action for children and families? What are the most powerful constraints or limits of our knowledge base to promote effective action for children and families? What are the primary components of short-term research agenda to make the most powerful difference for children and families? This edited volume focuses on both the influence of social policy on children's development and the unique perspective, insight, and skills that developmentalists bring to this policy and its formation. Programs to ensure good beginnings for all children are discussed, while the needs of those who are most vulnerable are also addressed.

Language: English

Pages: 311

Format: Hardcover

Publisher: American Psychological Association (APA)

Release: January 01, 2007

ISBN: 1591474256

ISBN 13: 9781591474258

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