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Peer reviewedBaltes, Paul B. – Developmental Psychology, 1987
Defines life-span developmental psychology as the study of constancy and change in behavior throughout the life course. Advances metatheoretical view regarding development. Stresses focus on the dynamic and continuous interplay between growth (gain) and decline (loss). Examines structural contextual factors and study of range of plasticity in…
Descriptors: Adjustment (to Environment), Behavior Development, Developmental Psychology, Developmental Stages
Peer reviewedCeci, Stephen J. – Developmental Psychology, 1991
Reviews the literature on the relationship between schooling, IQ, and the cognitive processes presumed to underpin IQ. The data suggest the importance of quantity of schooling for IQ. Schooling fosters the development of cognitive processes that underpin performance on IQ tests. This development is unrelated to the quality of schools. (BC)
Descriptors: Achievement Tests, Adolescents, Attendance, Children
