Experimental Studies In Psychology And Pedagogy (1910)

By Lightner Witmer

Book Overview

Experimental Studies In Psychology And Pedagogy is a book written by Lightner Witmer and published in 1910. The book is a collection of experimental studies in the fields of psychology and pedagogy, which were conducted by the author and his colleagues at the University of Pennsylvania. The studies explore various topics such as perception, attention, memory, and learning, and their applications to educational practices. The book is divided into two parts. The first part focuses on the experimental studies conducted in the field of psychology. It includes studies on the perception of color, the influence of suggestion on perception, and the effect of fatigue on attention. The second part of the book focuses on the experimental studies conducted in the field of pedagogy. It includes studies on the learning of spelling, the effects of repetition on learning, and the influence of rewards and punishments on motivation.Experimental Studies In Psychology And Pedagogy provides a comprehensive overview of the experimental methods used in psychology and pedagogy during the early 20th century. It also provides valuable insights into the practical applications of these methods in educational settings. The book is an important resource for students and researchers in the fields of psychology and education, as well as for educators and practitioners looking to apply experimental methods in their teaching practices.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1104796503
• ISBN13: 9781104796501
• Release Date: July 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 184 Pages
• Weight: 0.97 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"