The Handbook of Research Methods in Developmental Science is a collection of newly written articles that provide an overview of methods and approaches associated with the study of human development.

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• Contains accessible contributions from some of the most renowned developmental scientists in the field.
  
• Provides basic information on the strengths and challenges inherent in traditional and complex research design.
  
• Discusses successful intervention approaches that have been used to promote intellectual, social, and linguistic development.
  
• Includes cutting-edge research that is forging new and exciting directions in developmental research.
  
• Provides students and scholars with a working understanding of research approaches and issues in the developmental sciences.