Educational Psychology
Educational Psychology by Tony Cline, published by Routledge in 2023, is a comprehensive resource that examines the influence of social, developmental, and cognitive psychology on the practice of educational psychologists. This third edition spans 272 pages and provides an updated perspective on the field, addressing contemporary controversies and dilemmas faced by professionals in educational settings.
Readers will find a balanced introduction to the integration of core psychological disciplines, with a new chapter dedicated to the role of educational psychologists in supporting mental health in schools. The book is organized into two main sections focusing on learning and social, emotional, and mental health, featuring vignettes from practitioners and problem-oriented tasks to enhance the learning experience. This edition encourages students to critically engage with both the research and practical applications of educational psychology.
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Now in its Third Edition, Educational Psychology offers a comprehensive overview of how key advances in social, developmental and cognitive psychology impact upon the role of educational psychologists working today. Written by leading researchers, the book also explores controversies and dilemmas in both research and practice, providing students with a balanced and cutting-edge introduction to both the field and the profession.
Fully revised throughout, and with a new chapter exploring how educational psychologists work with schools to support children and young people’s mental health, this third edition aims to encourage students to integrate their understanding of core psychological disciplines, as well as to consider what ‘evidence-informed practice’ really means. Organized into two broad sections related to learning and to social, emotional and mental health, the book features a selection of vignettes from educational psychologists working in a range of contexts, as well as tasks and scenarios to support a problem-orientated approach to study.
By integrating both research and everyday practice, the book is unique in engaging a critical appreciation of both the possibilities and limitations of educational psychology. lt is the ideal book for any student wishing to engage with this important and evolving field of study.
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