Educational Psychology

Educational psychology is the psychological science studying how children and adults learn, the effectiveness of various educational strategies and tactics, and how schools function as organizations. Educational psychologists are the middlemen mediating between the science of psychology and the art of teaching. Today, educational psychology is a vital discipline that is contributing to the education of teachers and learners. This book demystifies the link between the study of psychology, and psychology in the real world, illustrating how the application of psychology can be of benefit in various educational settings. It is an invaluable resource for all students of psychology, showing just how psychology extends beyond the lecture hall to have a vital impact on everyday lives. A series of scenarios within each chapter provide students with real examples of psychology in a professional context. The book is ideally suited to undergraduates om psychology/applied psychology courses, and as a primer reading source for graduate students embarking on a graduate conversion course.