Educational Psychology: Theory and Practice

Abstract

The twelfth edition presents new research and practical applications of many topics. Throughout, this edition reflects the “cognitive revolution” that has transformed educational psychology and teaching. No one can deny that teachers matter or that teachers’ behaviors have a profound impact on student achievement. To make that impact positive, teachers must have both a deep understanding of the powerful principles of psychology as they apply to education and a clear sense of how these principles can be applied. The intentional teacher is one who constantly reflects on his or her practices and makes instructional decisions based on a clear conception of how these practices affect students. Effective teaching is neither a bag of tricks nor a set of abstract principles, rather, it is intelligent application of well-understood principles to address practical needs.This edition will help you develop the intellectual and practical skills you need to do the most important job in the world—teaching