Educational psychology applies psychological theories, ideas and methods to education and to understandings of teaching and learning, both in the classroom and beyond. As last few months have shown, psychology can have a huge impact both on and in education. This practical guide applies evidence-based practice to real-life scenarios over a broad range of topics in the psychology of education, from its historical roots to digital learning, and from cognitive development to diversity and cultural differences. Essential reading for students of education, psychology, and educational psychology, as well as teacher trainees and practising educators working with learners of any age, this textbook offers a variety of perspectives and advice on contemporary issues in educational psychology. Janet Lord is Faculty Head of Education at Manchester Metropolitan University.
Educational psychology applies psychological theories, ideas and methods to education and to understandings of teaching and learning, both in the classroom and beyond. As last few months have shown, psychology can have a huge impact both on and in education. This practical guide applies evidence-based practice to real-life scenarios over a broad range of topics in the psychology of education, from its historical roots to digital learning, and from cognitive development to diversity and cultural differences. Essential reading for students of education, psychology, and educational psychology, as well as teacher trainees and practising educators working with learners of any age, this textbook offers a variety of perspectives and advice on contemporary issues in educational psychology. Janet Lord is Faculty Head of Education at Manchester Metropolitan University.
An introduction to the study and exploration of education
Your beginners guide to the study and exploration of education. Introducing you to what education is, this book helps you explore the different ways of looking at education, the challenges it faces and how to study it at university and beyond. Guiding you through your course it: * Shows you what you need to study and how to study and develop your understanding * Gets you building your knowledge of essential themes, perspectives and theory from across the education sector * Helps you to see the 'bigger picture' of education * Includes support on how to write academically, think critically, evaluate evidence and engage with debates.
An introduction to the study and exploration of education
Your beginners guide to the study and exploration of education. Introducing you to what education is, this book helps you explore the different ways of looking at education, the challenges it faces and how to study it at university and beyond. Guiding you through your course it: * Shows you what you need to study and how to study and develop your understanding * Gets you building your knowledge of essential themes, perspectives and theory from across the education sector * Helps you to see the 'bigger picture' of education * Includes support on how to write academically, think critically, evaluate evidence and engage with debates.
