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What's New in Ed Psych / Tests & Measurements

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Cover of Essentials of Educational Psychology

The first of its kind, Essentials of Educational Psychology is a brief educational psychology text appropriate for all courses in introductory educational psychology. Focused on the core concepts and principles of educational psychology, and full of classroom applications and strategies for planning and carrying out instruction, this unique text will help readers achieve insight into how they can help their future students learn more effectively, as well as gain a greater understanding of their own learning. This unique, concise text engages its readers as they embark on the journey of exploring the field of educational psychology and applying the principles and theories to instructional practice. Key features include opening case studies, "See For Yourself" features, excerpts from Video Cases, classroom artifacts, "Developmental Trends" tables, "Classroom Strategies" features, and "Cultural Considerations" features.

Cover of Educational Psychology

Educational Psychology

by Jeanne Ellis Ormrod

Published 2 October 1994
Geared specifically to future teachers, this practical new introduction clearly recognizes that an understanding of how children learn and think, how they grow and develop, why they do what they do, and how they differ from one another has innumerable profound implications for effective classroom practice. Therefore, rather than superficially explore every aspect of Educational Psychology, this text focuses on offering in-depth treatment of the fundamental principles and theories that are of particular educational significance. Coverage addresses learning and cognition, development, motivation, group and individual differences, classroom management, and assessment in light of their implications for instruction in grades K-12...noting key applications as theories and principles are discussed. Throughout the material, the author models the kind of meaningful learning experiences teachers must create for their students by beginning with the knowledge base future teachers are likely to have, asking them to reflect on their past experience, and making ideas concrete through the use of examples and discussion of applications.