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Peer reviewedEpstein, Joyce L.; Petersen, Anne C. – American Journal of Education, 1991
The articles of this special edition on education and development in adolescence share some common themes, raise points for debate, and offer new research ideas. Common themes emphasize the following: (1) diversity among adolescents; (2) simultaneity of multiple forms of development; and (3) multiple environmental influences on adolescents. (SLD)
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Adolescent Development, Adolescents, Community Influence
Download full textSwitzky, Harvey N. – 1995
This review covers the psychological literature of the last 30 years regarding the personality and motivational characteristics of individuals with mental retardation. The first section is a brief historical review and critical examination of the various conceptual models and theories regarding personality and motivational processes in persons…
Descriptors: Achievement Need, Anxiety, Behavior Patterns, Classroom Techniques
