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This course focuses on the effective application of psychological concepts and principles in the learning and instructional processes, the development of teaching methods, knowledge and skills in classroom management, and an understanding of student learning needs and difficulties. Also discussed in the course are the roles of educational psychologists or school psychologists in helping students with learning, behavior, and social emotional difficulties and other issues in the school setting.
This book emphasizes the educational implications and applications of research on child development, cognitive science, learning, motivation, teaching and assessment. Combining theory and practice, the text demonstrates how ideas drawn from research can solve everyday teaching problems. The 14th Edition looks at student diversity, inclusive classrooms, neuroscience, educational policy and technology. It provides increased coverage of the brain, neuroscience, and teaching, as well as the impact of technology and virtual learning environments. It contains a wealth of examples, lesson segments, case studies, guidelines, and even practical tips from experienced teachers.
This book emphasizes the application of theory to real classroom practice, making connections among chapter concepts, relevant scholarship, and rich vignettes of the real-life experiences of teachers across all grade-levels. Santrock’s hallmark Learning System organizes the content into manageable chunks under learning goals, supported by mini-chapter maps that lay out each section, and reinforced by chapter-ending case studies that give students the opportunity to reflect on and synthesize what they have learned. This sixth edition presents the latest content and research available, including more than 1000 citations from 2014 to 2017, as well as classic references from the twentieth century.
This book introduces key theories of development and learning to help you understand how learners learn, and how educators can be more effective in their teaching practice. Featuring current research on the various dimensions of learning and teaching alongside traditional theories, it provides a clear framework of theory and evidence that supports modern education practices. Taking a comprehensive approach, this text investigates how to apply psychology principles to education contexts to enhance learning and teaching quality, particularly for accommodating individual student needs. This text caters for those who are planning to work with any age range from early childhood to adolescence and beyond.
