Long, Martin

The psychology of education / Martin Long. - 2nd - London : Routledge, 2011. - x, 438 p.: 25 cm.

Includes bibliographical references and index

1. Introduction to Psychology and Education: Some essential background 2. Learning 3. Assessment 4. Individual differences and achievement 5. Student engagement and motivation 6. The Educational context 7. Society and culture 8. Learning interactions and social worlds 9. Language 10. Literacy 11. Inclusive education and Special Educational Needs 12. Behaviour problems 13. Dealing with behaviour problems

Addresses key concepts from psychology which relate to education. This text emphasises an evidence-based approach, providing practical suggestions to improve learning outcomes, and uses fictional case studies to provide students with a sense of what psychological issues can look like in the classroom.


English

978-0-415-48690-3


Educational psychology
Teaching

370.15 P95l