Taking Sides: Clashing Views in Life-Span Development

Taking Sides: Clashing Views in Life-Span Development by Andrew Guest, published by McGraw-Hill Education on February 17, 2012, is a comprehensive exploration of current controversial issues in the field of lifespan development. This fourth edition spans 448 pages and is presented in English, aiming to engage students and enhance their critical thinking skills through a debate-style format.

Readers will find each issue carefully framed with components such as Learning Outcomes, an Issue Summary, and an Introduction, alongside sections that encourage Critical Thinking and Reflection. The book also includes resources like a Topic Guide and an annotated listing of Internet References for further exploration of the subjects discussed. This edition serves as a valuable resource for both students and instructors, with an online Instructor’s Resource Guide available to support classroom engagement.