Student development in college :

Patton, Lori D.,

Student development in college : theory, research, and practice / Lori D. Patton, Kristen A. Renn, Florence M. Guido, Stephen John Quaye. - Third edition. - San Francisco, CA : Jossey-Bass, A Wiley Brand, 2016. - xxiv, 536 pages : illustrations ; 25 cm.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

An introduction to student development theory -- Foundations for understanding student development theory -- Using student development theory -- Social identity concepts and overview -- Racial identity development -- Ethnic identity development and acculturation -- Sexual identity development -- Gender and gender identity development -- Development of faith and spirituality -- Disability identities and identity development -- Social class and identity -- Emerging theoretical perspectives on student experiences and identities -- Psychosocial identity development -- Epistemological and intellectual development -- Moral identity development -- Development of self-authorship -- Student affairs educators as partners in using student development theory -- Implications and future directions for practice, research, and theory development.

The essential student development reference, updated with cutting-edge theory and practice Student Development in College is a key resource for student affairs practitioners, scholars, graduate students, and those committed to conscious and intentional student affairs practice. [SUMMARY from WORLDCAT]

9781118821817 (cloth)


College student development programs--United States.
College students--Psychology.--United States

LB 2343.4 / .P278 2016