Making Human Beings Human
Bioecological Perspectives on Human Development
- Urie Bronfenbrenner - Cornell University, USA
Because of the emphasis on social context within the bioecological theory (and Bronfenbrenner's role in shaping educational and public policies, for instance, as a co-founder of the Head Start program), the book has relevance across disciplines, including psychology, human ecology, human development and family studies, education, and public policy.
The book is rich in cultural and historical comparisons. The concepts of the bioecological model and the ecology of human development represent a unique contribution to the field of developmental psychology.
Features contributions and commentary by distinguished scholars: a Foreword by Richard M. Lerner of Tufts University and an Afterword by Stephen F. Hamilton and Stephen J. Ceci of Cornell University.
For MA students this is a useful text for getting to grips with Brofenbrenner and his commitment to the ecological approach. It could be used to dip into for students who have some interest or are writing an essay/dissertation in this field.
A good introduction to the work of Bronfenbrenner - useful themes and discussions throughout
A text for those interested in the work of Bronfrenbrenner. Challenging read and for those studying at level 6-8.
Teaching child and adolescent development, instructed the students to consider Bronfenbrenner ecological model to apply in assessment. useful book, reasonable read, model good to use as critique against say piaget or vygotsky.
Interesting assertions, but 'off topic' for the course module
A fascinating set of perspectives through which to view human development. Trainee teachers can learn much from this collection of historical articles, charting the evolution of human developmental theories over time. Bronfenbrenner's system offers a unique viewpoint on what it is to be human, what socio-economic challenges we face and how we can overcome them, drawing on studies over seventy years.
This book gives a detailed explanation of the importance of Bronfenbrenner on human development.
Excellent text book covering the key aspects of human behaviour. Will be recommending this title as essential reading
