Hardcover. Etat : New. Language: English. About The Book : The book 'INTRODUCTION TO DEVELOPMENTAL PSYCHOLOGY: Genetic Foundations and Prenatal Development'is the first edition in author's attempt to prepare a comprehensive text on chronological portrayal of life-span development. The book is divided into six chapters and encompasses an extensive introduction to the field of developmental psychology, its concept, nature, scope, issues, goals, and historical background. It provides a lucid and simple description of the major theories, and methods of studying human development. The representation of human development starting from conception throughout prenatal development to birth process has been made in an orderly sequence. The description of the process of beginning of life, covering an introduction to reproductive cells, the fertilization process- natural as well as alternative techniques, are articulated. The major focus of the book is to throw light on the genetic foundations of human life. The questions like how far genetic inheritance makes an individual unique? how far genetic inheritance determinesour observable traits? how does genetic inheritance determine sex of the offspring? how does genetic inheritance contribute to multiple births? etc. are tried to explain in an eloquent approach. A synoptic sketch of different genetic disordersis also portrayed. Finally, the book ends with the discussion of prenatal development, its milestones, factors, hazards, and interventions. Since the birth process significantly influences the later developments in human life, a brief note on the different types of birth, their pros and cons are also included. In a nutshell the book 'INTRODUCTION TO DEVELOPMENTAL PSYCHOLOGY: Genetic Foundations and Prenatal Development'is meant not only for the students of developmental psychology, but also for the teachers, parents, prospective teachers & parents, care givers, nurses, social workers, and all others who questions how do people come to be the way they are? About The Author : Dr. Afzalur Rahman, (Ph.D.) is presently working as Assistant Professor (Selection Grade) in the Post-Graduate Department of Education of Nowgong College (Autonomous), Assam, besides performing additional responsibility of Deputy Controller of Examinations. So far, the author accumulated more than 12 years of teaching experience at UG and PG level and has been guiding Ph.D. research scholars. He has published 23 research papers/articles in peer reviewed and indexed journals, edited books, and conference proceedings. He authored a book entitled 'Values, Aspirations and Professional Education' published by Kalpaz Publications, New Delhi and edited another book on India Higher Education. Besides, the author has worked in several book publications as Associate Editor and member in editorial board. He delivered invited speech in several workshops, seminars, panel discussions, besides presenting papers in national and international conferences on varied themes of education and social sciences. The author has alsocompleted two minor research projects. Higher Education, Developmental Psychology, Educational Statistics, Value Education etc. are his areas of interest. Besides teaching and research, the author acquired enough administrative experiencesby working in positions like Deputy Controller of Examinations, Head of the PG Department of Education, Chairman of the BoS of PG Department of Education, College Nodal Officer for AISHE& NIRF, Member of IQAC, College Coordinator for Spoken Tutorial Programme by IIT Bombay, Organising Secretary of National Seminars, Member of Admission Committee, College Election Commission, Personal Counselling Cell, Library Monitoring Cell, AOC of Final Examinations at UG and PG level, Teacher-in-charge of Students Union etc., on a regular basis.Dr. Afzalur Rahman, (Ph.D.) is presently working as Assistant Professor (Selection Grade) in the Post-Graduate Department of Education of Nowgong College (Autonomous), Assam, N� de r�f. du vendeur 1111025366016

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