n. an investigative study published into a book by Harold Jones and Nancy Bayley in 1941. This study sought to understand mental abilities of children at a particular age in life. Over a period of 50 years (starting in the late 20’s), a group of children were followed and assessed on their long-term development.
BERKELEY GROWTH STUDY: “The Berkeley Growth Study is one of the most well-known long-term development investigations ever conducted, and it is still used as a reference today.”