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Book SynopsisTheories in Educational Psychology's purpose is to introduce readers to the pioneering educational psychology theories that continue to shape our understanding of the classroom learning environment, present support for the theories from perspectives in the current research literature, and share how these theoretical traditions have translated into effective teaching methods. Each chapter will be infused with practical teaching examples, classroom vignettes, and instructional strategies so readers are continually confronted with how theory translates to practice. In addition to becoming familiar with the conceptual understanding of core theoretical knowledge, readers will also be presented with current thinking about each theory and an introduction to important related topics at the close of each chapter. The chapters will also conclude with activities designed to help readers reflect on their learning of each chapter's content.
Trade ReviewAn excellent text for use in preservice and inservice teacher education courses that focuses on showing teachers how to translate psychological theory into practice. We need more of this kind of practical application material in teacher education. -- Gordon E. Greenwood, educational psychology professor emeritus, College of Education, University of Florida, Gainesville
I agree fully with the author that theories often are covered apart from practical classroom applications, and students do not make the proper linkages. I did appreciate the way the author did that ... There were many practical applications, so the vocabulary came to life. I don't know of another textbook that does this as well as the author did. -- Darlene DeMarie, Associate Professor of Educational Psychology, University of South Florida
Table of ContentsChapter 1: Introductory Chapter Unit: Cognitive Development Chapter 2: Jean Piaget Chapter 3: Lev Vygotsky Unit: Social & Moral Development Chapter 4: Erik Erikson Chapter 5: Lawrence Kohlberg Unit: Behaviorism Chapter 6: Ivan Pavlov Chapter 7: B.F. Skinner Unit: Cognitive & Social Cognitive Theories Chapter 8: Albert Bandura Chapter 9: Richard Atkinson & Richard Shiffrin Unit: Motivation Chapter 10: Abraham Maslow
