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Peer reviewedThornburg, Hershel D. – Contemporary Education, 1981
The social and interpersonal characteristics of early adolescents are described in relation to puberty and the physical and emotional changes that are experienced by the preteen. Learning characteristics for this age group include problem-solving strategies, self-directed learning, and emerging value systems. (JN)
Descriptors: Adolescent Development, Adolescents, Developmental Stages, Developmental Tasks
