Full Description
Widely acclaimed for its applied, practical and teacher-centered approach, "Psychology Applied to Teaching," 15th Edition, shows how psychological theories can help teachers better understand students as unique individuals and support them as learners. The text is framed to help aspiring and practicing educators see themselves as scholars of practice -- intentional in their inquiry to improve outcomes for every learner. The text blends fresh concepts and contemporary research with long-standing theory and tools for growth. This edition integrates InTASC standards and aligns with the Core Propositions of the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards, offering a roadmap for professional development. Learning Objectives guide your study and connect Knowing and Doing objectives to critical questions explored in every chapter.
Contents
1. Applying Psychology to Teaching.
Part I: FACILITATING STUDENT DEVELOPMENT.
2. Theories and Expectations for Development.
3. Identity Development.
Part II: CREATING AND SUSTAINING LEARNING COMMUNITIES.
4. Understanding Performance Differences Through a Systems Lens.
5. Using Assets-Based Pedagogy to Address Performance Differences.
Part III: FACILITATING SIGNIFICANT LEARNING.
6. Learning from the Environment.
7. Learning as an Internal Process.
8. Learning as Critical Construction.
9. Learning as Growth in Motivation and Self Beliefs.
Part IV: CREATING AND SUSTAINING LEARNING-CENTERED PRACTICE.
10. Leading Learning and Learners.
11. Classroom Assessment as Inquiry.
12. Instructional Strategies.
13. Learning from Teaching.
