Using Psychology in the Classroom

By Stephen James Minton

Book Overview

Psychology can be applied to understanding a range of current issues and topics in teaching and educational practice. Starting with the question, ′what is psychology?′, and a topical overview of child and adolescent development, Stephen James Minton moves on to discuss seven areas of contemporary concern in education, showing how psychological approaches can help teachers in key areas of practice.

Areas covered include:

The self, self-esteem, and self-esteem enhancementIntelligence, learning styles and educational attainmentPositive teaching, co-operative learning and assertive disciplineSpecial educational needsPreventing and countering bullying and cyber-bullyingDealing with prejudiceStress and stress management

This detailed text will be vital reading for all those studying psychology and applied psychology in undergraduate and graduate teaching degree programs. Constant links between theory and practice also make it a valuable read for practitioners reflecting on their approach to common classroom scenarios.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 144620166X
• ISBN13: 9781446201664
• Release Date: March 2012
• Publisher: Sage Publications Ltd
• Length: 192 Pages
• Weight: 0.75 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 7.2" x 9.0"