The Dynamic Child (Subscription)

This is the eBook of the printed book and may not include any media, website access codes, or print supplements that may come packaged with the bound book. The Dynamic Child, 1CE provides students with the unique opportunity to  influence the development of a virtual child, learn developmental science, and experience the wonder of a child growing before their eyes. Fully digital and highly engaging, The Dynamic Child affords students a hands-on way to virtually experience child  development as they learn. In this resource, Frank Manis, author and creator of  MyVirtualChild, combines his best-selling simulation technology for child development courses with a compelling, original narrative. By enabling students to make virtual  parenting decisions as they read about and engage with developmental systems  theories and interactive media, The Dynamic Child makes contemporary child  development research and theory both comprehensible and deeply meaningful to  students.  The first Canadian edition of The Dynamic Child incorporates Canadian content including Canadian statistics, laws, educational practices, social policies, and societal values while at the same time maintaining the texts four guiding themes: 1) developmental systems theories; 2) engaging research narratives; 3) a holistic approach to development; and 4) improving children’s lives. Personalize Learning with Revel It is widely acknowledged that students comprehend and retain more from their studies when they are actively engaged in their own learning. The strong focus on student engagement in The Dynamic Child and its pedagogical framework provides students with plenty of opportunities to master what they’ve learned, apply their knowledge, and build critical-thinking skills. Throughout each chapter, students will encounter interactive graphs, figures, activities, and videos that allow them to engage directly with concepts and benefit from active learning. The innovative, close integration between Revel and the MyVirtualChild simulation represents a brand new, interactive way to engage students and facilitate experiential hands-on learning.