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Appropriate for use in developmental research methods or analysis of change courses, this is the first methods handbook specifically designed to meet the needs of those studying development. Leading developmental methodologists present cutting-edge analytic tools and describe how and when to use them in accessible, nontechnical language. They also provide valuable guidance for strengthening developmental research with designs that anticipate potential sources of bias. Throughout the chapters, research examples demonstrate the procedures in action and give readers a better understanding of how to match research questions to developmental methods. The companion website (www.guilford.com/laursen-materials) supplies data and program syntax files for many of the chapter examples.
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Review Quotes: "This Handbook is an impressive collection of methods that span the familiar through cutting edge...useful to developmental researchers at all career and experience levels....Does a preeminent job at providing coverage of sufficient breadth and depth, making it an essential volume for both graduate students and seasoned investigators studying human development. From the perspective of someone new to developmental research, the value of the six chapters on foundational issues cannot be overstated. These chapters could easily form the starting point for a graduate seminar in developmental research methods. The scope of topics covered...ensures that The Handbook of Developmental Research Methods will be relevant for many years to come. Researchers working across the life span will find several examples with topics in the study of childhood, adolescence, and adulthood. Researchers working with both normative and clinical populations will also find examples throughout the Handbook....The Handbook will also be valuable for methodologists."-- "International Journal of Social Research Methodology" (6/1/2014 12:00:00 AM)