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Peer reviewedLerner, Richard M. – Human Development, 1980
Distinguishes between two types of explanation of epigenesis, predetermined and probabilistic, and proposes that the second type is more scientifically useful. (SS)
Descriptors: Biology, Developmental Psychology, Nature Nurture Controversy, Research Problems
Peer reviewedKitchener, Richard F. – Human Development, 1980
Discusses the legitimacy of the use of multiple definitions of epigenesis in developmental psychology, and of the modification of biological models to suit developmental psychology. (Author/SS)
Descriptors: Biology, Developmental Psychology, Models, Nature Nurture Controversy
Peer reviewedPepler, Debra H.; Rubin, Kenneth H. – Human Development, 1982
Researchers concerned with the issue of children's play are urged to read the book "Children's Play: Current Theory and Research" edited by D. J. Pepler and K. H. Rubin which provides an up-to-date review of the conceptual, methodological and developmental issues related to children's play. (MP)
Descriptors: Child Development, Cognitive Development, Environmental Influences, Play
