Written by experienced classroom practitioners who are experts in the
field of psychology, Psychology in the Classroom provides a thorough
grounding in the key principles of psychology and explores how they can
be applied to teaching and learning. It draws on both classic and
cutting-edge research, offering practical advice on commonly overlooked
or misunderstood concepts that contribute to positive academic outcomes.
It aims to show the value of psychology in enabling teachers to make and
justify everyday classroom decisions.
Designed to equip teachers with the skills to identify and tackle common
issues that affect students' learning, each chapter highlights key areas
of research and discusses how lesson planning and material design can be
informed by the psychological concepts presented. It covers core areas
essential for improving learning, including:
- memory and understanding;
- creativity;
- motivation;
- independent learning;
- resilience;
- cognition; and
- self-theories and mindsets.
Full of advice and strategies, Psychology in the Classroom is aimed at
both new and experienced teachers, across primary, secondary and post-16
education, providing them with practical ways to apply these
psychological principles in the classroom. With an emphasis on
understanding the theories and evidence behind human behaviour, this
book will allow you to reflect critically on your own classroom
practice, as well as making simple but valuable changes.
