Educational Psychology, Student Value Edition

by Woolfolk, Anita

• ISBN13: 9780132896818
• ISBN10: 0132896818
• Edition: 12th
• Format: Loose-leaf
• Copyright: 2012-02-02
• Publisher: Pearson

Summary

The 12th Edition of Educational Psychology maintains the lucid writing style for which the author is renowned. It is as free of jargon and technical language as possible in order to be clear, relevant, and interesting to all readers. Theory and practice are not separated in the text, but are considered together. The book shows very clearly how information and ideas drawn from research in educational psychology can be applied to solve the everyday problems of teaching. Readers explore the connections between research and practice through a wealth of examples, lesson segments, case studies, guidelines, and practical tips from experienced teachers. The content reveals the immense value and usefulness of educational psychology, a field that offers unique and crucial knowledge to any who dare to teach and to all who love to learn. Note: this is the standalone book if you want the book/Access Card please order: 0132893584 / 9780132893589 Educational Psychology and MyEducationLab Access Card Package Package consists of: 0132613166 / 9780132613163 Educational Psychology 0132888831 / 9780132888837 NEW MyEducationLab -- Valuepack Access Card

Table of Contents

Chapter 1:        Learning, Teaching, and Educational Psychology

 

PART 1:           STUDENTS

 

Chapter 2:        Cognitive Development

 

Chapter 3:        The Self, Social, and Moral Development

 

Chapter 4:        Learner Differences and Learning Needs

 

Chapter 5:        Language Development, Language Diversity, and Immigrant Education NEW CHAPTER

 

Chapter 6:        Culture and Diversity

 

PART 2:           LEARNING AND MOTIVATION

 

Chapter 7:        Behavioral Views of Learning

 

Chapter 8:        Cognitive Views of Learning

 

Chapter 9:        Complex Cognitive Processes

 

Chapter 10:      The Learning Sciences and Constructivism

 

Chapter 11:      Social Cognitive Views of Learning and Motivation

 

Chapter 12:      Motivation in Learning, and Teaching

 

PART 3:           TEACHING AND ASSESSING

 

Chapter 13:      Creating Learning Environments

 

Chapter 14:       Teaching Every Student

 

Chapter 15:      Classroom Assessment, Grading, and Standardized Testing

 

Licensure Appendix