Educational Psychology
by Anita Woolfolk, Ellen L. Usher
15th Edition
Publisher: Pearson
Book Details
| Print ISBN | 9780136944904 |
| eText ISBN | 9780136944973 |
| Publisher | Pearson |
| Publishing Year | 2023 |
| Edition | 15th Edition |
| Language | English |
Educational Psychology, 15th Edition, is a textbook that bridges educational psychology research and practical classroom instruction. The text explores how research in child development, cognitive science, learning, and motivation can assist educators in resolving everyday teaching challenges.
The volume examines essential dimensions of student development, cultural diversity, and individual learner differences. It surveys cognitive, social, and moral growth while presenting major theoretical perspectives on learning, including behavioral views, complex cognitive processes, constructivism, and the role of motivation in schools.
To support educators in establishing inclusive classrooms for every student, the volume incorporates case studies that demonstrate how psychological concepts apply to common classroom situations.
Table of Contents
PART I: SETTING THE STAGE
Chapter 1: Learning, Teaching, and Educational Psychology
Chapter 2: Who Are You? Who Are Your Students? Culture and Diversity
PART II: DEVELOPMENT: SIMILARITIES AND DIFFERENCES
Chapter 3: Cognitive Development
Chapter 4: The Self, Social, and Moral Development
Chapter 5: Learner Differences and Learning Needs
Chapter 6: Language Development, Language Diversity, and Immigrant Education
PART III: LEARNING AND MOTIVATION
Chapter 7: Behavioral Views of Learning
Chapter 8: Cognitive Views of Learning
Chapter 9: Complex Cognitive Processes
Chapter 10: Constructivism and Interactive Learning
Chapter 11: Social Cognitive Views of Learning and Motivation
Chapter 12: Motivation in Learning and Teaching
PART IV: TEACHING AND ASSESSING
Chapter 13: Creating Supportive Learning Environments
Chapter 14: Teaching Every Student
Chapter 15: Classroom Assessment, Grading, and Standardized Testing
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