Psychology and Education (Routledge Modular Psychology)

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Summary Deals with the theoretical contributions and practical applications of psychology to education. Notes Includes bibliographical references p. Hove, East Sussex ; New York: View online Borrow Buy Freely available Show 0 more links Related resource Publisher description at http: With access conditions MyiLibrary, Table of contents at http: Other links Access restricted to Education Centre Library use, and to students, faculty, and staff of Nipissing University at http: Set up My libraries How do I set up "My libraries"?

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Can they be intentionally deceptive? The investigation of animal behaviour is an important and fascinating aspect of comparative psychology. Determinants of Animal Behaviour thoroughly covers the section on determinants…. How is psychological abnormality recognised?

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How many different mental disorders are there, and what are their characteristics? Although there are established guidelines for clinicians working in this area, these have been subject to many criticisms. Exploring how views on this subject have changed…. Hardback — Routledge Routledge Modular Psychology. Psychology and Education provides a user-friendly introduction to educational psychology. The book covers psychological theories and their practical applications in education. In recent years, a new discipline has arisen that argues human behaviour can be understood in terms of evolutionary processes.

Evolutionary Explanations of Human Behaviour is an introductory level book covering evolutionary psychology, this new and controversial field. The book deals with three…. Social and Personality Development looks at the processes by which we come to be who we are. It covers a range of topics central to personality and developmental psychology. The book is arranged in three sections, the first covering the main theories of personality, the second describing the….

Psychology and Work provides a concise, user-friendly introduction to the field of occupational psychology. The book covers the main issues in the psychology of work and organizations.

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Topics discussed include the significance of work to the individual, the motivation to work, selection and…. By Nick Lund , Nick Lund. Whilst attention is a term commonly used in everyday life, for many years psychologists have struggled in their attempts to explain what it actually means.

Attention and Pattern Recognition introduces the main psychological research on attention and the methods that have been used to study it. Social Cognition looks at the way in which humans interpret, analyse and remember information about the social world. Psychologists use a range of principles and theories, all of which view the person and the study of the person in very different ways.

Theoretical Approaches in Psychology introduces and outlines the six main approaches and considers how each has helped psychologists understand human behaviour,…. By Paul Rookes , Jane Willson. Paul Rookes and Jane Willson explain perception and perceptual processes in a way that almost anyone can understand. The study of perception, or how the brain processes information from the senses , has fascinated psychologists and philosophers for a long time. Perception takes the key research….

Interpersonal Relationships considers friendship and more intimate relationships including theories of why we need them, how they are formed, what we get out of them and the stages through which they go. Social and cultural variations are discussed as well as the effects of relationships on our…. This simple and concise introduction to the psychology of health is the perfect text for students new to the area. Topics covered include health policy and epidemiology, genetic factors in disease, the experience of illness as a patient, beliefs and attitudes, stress, pain and healthy lifestyles.

Cortical Functions is a companion to Kevin Silber's series title, The Physiological Basis of Behaviour and concentrates on the cerebral cortex, its structure, connections, functions and dysfunctions. John Stirling includes clinical descriptions and case studies to illustrate various forms of…. An accessible description of sleep and dreaming and the daily and seasonal rhythms that our bodies are subject to. Sport Psychology is an introductory account of the major psychological issues in sport today.

Major theories and up-to-date research are covered in the areas of personality, attitudes to sport, aggression in sport, anxiety and stress, social influences, motivation, and skill acquisition.

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Early Socialisation looks at sociability and attachment and how they relate to emotional and cognitive development. Social and cultural variations are considered, and theories of attachment…. Social Influences looks at how we perceive ourselves and others and how this can influence our behaviour. It includes stereotyping and prejudice, obedience and conformity, collective behaviour and leadership. Introducing Research and Data in Psychology shows how research design and data analysis are attainable and useful skills. It introduces both experimental and non-experimental methods of research and the analysis of data using both descriptive and inferential statistics.

The uses, interpretation and…. An explanation of the main models of memory and the various approaches used in its study.


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This is followed by a study of the theories of forgetting and practical applications of memory research. Therapeutic Approaches in Psychology is a simple introduction to the many psychological therapies in use today, including cognitive-behavioural, humanistic and psychodynamic approaches.

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Psychopathology is a psychologically based account of the major mental illnesses, including schizophrenia, personality disorders, anxiety and mood disorders as well as eating disorders. The Physiological Basis of Behaviour deals with the basic structures of the central nervous system, the techniques used in neuroscience and examnines how drugs affect the brain.

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An introduction to the basic structures of the central nervous system, the techniques used in neuroscience and a short discussion of the affect of drugs on the brain. Stirling , Jonathan S. An introduction to the areas that have been studied in psychology that have excited controversy, including advertising, psychometric testing, propoganda and warfare.

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Routledge Modular Psychology Series Editors:. The Routledge modular texts are all user friendly and accessible and include the following features: Practice essays with specialist commentary to show how to achieve a higher grade Chapter summaries to assist with revision Progress and review exercises Glossary of key terms Summaries of key research Further reading to stimulate ongoing study and research Website addresses for additional information Cross-referencing to other books in the series. Adulthood By Evie Bentley Adulthood is an accessible text which deals with the vital area of adult psychological development.

Ethical Issues and Guidelines in Psychology By Philip Banyard , Cara Flanagan How do we know right from wrong, good from bad, help from hindrance, and how can we judge the behavior of others? Cognitive Development By Lisa Oakley Cognitive Development provides a detailed and accessible account of three main areas: Motivation and Emotion By Philip Gorman Motivation and Emotion provides an explanation of emotional experience and aspects of human behaviour using psychological, physiological and alternative approaches.

Language and Thought By Nick Lund This book fulfils the need for a clear overview of this area of cognitive psychology which encompasses both language and thought. Topics covered include social psychological theories of aggression, altruism and bystander… Paperback — Routledge Routledge Modular Psychology. Debates in Psychology By Andy Bell Debates in Psychology tackles some of the major issues and controversies within the field of psychology.


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The book includes a discussion of the major debates in psychology prescribed by the AQA Specification A-Level syllabus, such as free will and determinism, whether or not psychology can or… Paperback — Routledge Routledge Modular Psychology.