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Peer reviewedIttenbach, Richard F.; Harrison, Patti L. – Measurement and Evaluation in Counseling and Development, 1990
Examined whether performance on scales reflecting problem-solving dimensions of personality could predict ego-strength in college students (n=348). Findings did not support statistically significant relationship between all problem-solving scales and ego-strength. Individually, evidence supported hypothesis that ego-strength can be predicted from…
Descriptors: Ability, College Students, Competence, Higher Education
Peer reviewedSheridan, Margaret K. – International Journal of Early Childhood, 1991
Discusses the influence of culture and family and the importance of self-esteem in the development of competency in young children. Describes the role of the teacher in creating a developmentally appropriate environment that fosters self-initiated learning and a personal locus of control. (SH)
Descriptors: Cognitive Development, Competence, Cultural Influences, Early Childhood Education
Me, Myself and I: How Children Build Their Sense of Self. 18 to 36 Months. Goddard Parenting Guides.
Pruett, Kyle D. – 1999
This book provides practical help for parents to enhance their toddler's growth and development. Chapter 1, "The Importance of Being Two," explains why toddlerhood is the best time for providing an emotional foundation. Chapter 2, "The Young Child's Brain and Mind," discusses how recent findings on brain development have…
Descriptors: Brain, Child Development, Child Rearing, Competence
