Catawba College Psychology Professor Riser Leads Publication on Lifespan Development

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Catawba College Psychology Professor Dr. Diana K. Riser is the lead author on the publication of Lifespan Development, a comprehensive, peer-reviewed open-education resource (OER) textbook that provides an in-depth exploration of human development across all stages of life. Riser’s decade-long experience in teaching human development played a pivotal role in shaping the resource, which will be freely accessible to students and educators globally.

The Lifespan Development textbook covers the continuum of human development from prenatal to end-of-life, providing insights into the biological, psychological, and socio-cultural factors that influence growth and change over time. This project is a significant contribution to the field, supporting a global movement toward affordable and accessible higher education resources.

The Lifespan Development textbook will be utilized in Catawba College’s Human Development courses, allowing students to engage with cutting-edge content.

For more information on Lifespan Development, visit OpenStax's website.

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