9 Sep, 2011

The Psychology of Mathematics Education: A Psychoanalytic Displacement This book paints an alternative and contemporary portrait of psychology within mathematics education, drawing on psychoanalytic practices and theory. Mathematics education is still a fairly new social science that began as an adjunct to the practice of mathematics in schools some forty years ago, defined by a marriage with cognitive psychology. As a consequence school mathematics has often been seen as a scientific enterprise centred on the operation of individual minds confronting mathematical ideas. Meanwhile, psychoanalysis had earlier come into existence through the work of Sigmund Freud. And for much of his life…. Click Here to Read More
6 Sep, 2011

Working Memory and Education (Educational Psychology) Psychologists have been trying to understand the factors that underpin children’s success and failure in different educational domains for many years. One psychological function that has been found to play an important role in educational achievement is ‘working memory’, the processes involved in the temporary maintenance and manipulation of information. This book provides the reader with an up-to-date review of the research that has identified how working memory relates to academic attainment in: reading, reading comprehension, arithmetic and writing, as well as looking at how children with difficulties relating to hearing…. Click Here to Read More
3 Sep, 2011

by aenertia Question by ScoutSeven.: Which is a better major: Psychology or Elementary Education? Which is the better major, Psychology or Elementary Education? Both really interest me. Could you tell me some outlooks for both majors, and some pros and cons? I know ultimately I have to make my own choice, but I like hearing what others think. Thanks! Best answer: Answer by eriBoth are among the lowest-paying majors you could pick. While you could probably get a job with elementary education and a bachelors, most jobs in psychology require at least a masters degree. What do you think? Answer…. Click Here to Read More
30 Aug, 2011
finding the courage to further your education despite having social anxiety issues. Video Rating: 5 / 5 Shawn Achor is the winner of over a dozen distinguished teaching awards at Harvard University, where he delivered lectures on positive psychology in the most popular class at Harvard. His research and lectures on happiness and human potential have received attention in The New York Times, Boston Globe, The Wall Street Journal, as well as on NPR and CNN Radio, and he travels around the United States and Europe giving talks on positive psychology to Fortune 500 corporations, schools, and non-profit organizations. Achor graduated magna…. Click Here to Read More
29 Aug, 2011

Advances in Social-Psychology and Music Education Research This Festschrift honors the career of Charles P. Schmidt on the occasion of his retirement from the Indiana University Jacobs School of Music. His main research focus has been the social-psychology of music education, including the subtopics of motivation in music learning, applied music teaching behaviors, and personality and cognitive styles in music teaching and learning. Each chapter in this volume recognizes the influence of Schmidt as a researcher, a research reviewer, and a research mentor, and contributes to the advancement of the social-psychological model and to research standards in music education. List Price:…. Click Here to Read More
25 Aug, 2011
(PRWEB) June 11, 2011 The warmest day of the year so far marked the opening of a new public education space in Brooklyn, NY. The name ‘ThinkEasy’ came about as much from the content of the education, as the atmosphere in the space itself. A former artists studio, this unique space provided the backdrop to a extremely successful first event, entitled ‘Meet Your Mind’.
The speaker behind ‘Meet Your Mind’ is Nathan Ellis, a holistic psychotherapist specializing in Cognitive – Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness, Meditation and Brain Nutrition. The concept of the talk was to introduce techniques successful in mental health treatment to the wider population by simply acknowledging these…. Click Here to Read More
19 Aug, 2011

by David T Jones Higher Education and Emerging Fields in Psychology Article by Mukesh Kumar
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14 Aug, 2011

by Joost J. Bakker IJmuiden Inside Look at Psychology: Continuing Education Article by Anna Woodward When considering applying to graduate school for psychology continuing education, the first question is typically what schools should I apply to? In arriving at an answer to that question, one must consider what institutions of higher learning he or she is realistically qualified to attend.Be honest with yourself; if youve enjoyed your undergraduate years a little too much and your grade point average reflects this, you cant aim as high as someone who might have studied a little harder and done a little better in class. Nonetheless, there are schools for everyone, and even…. Click Here to Read More
8 Aug, 2011

Art Education and Human Development (Occasional Paper Series) The production and appreciation of art involves thought processes that have excluded from traditional measures of human intelligence. This book, written by a leading cognitive scientist, makes a compelling case for broadening these definitions and discusses the value other cultures place on artistic abilities. Gardner explores the function of art in human development as well as the strategies children employ in the process of constructing images. List Price: $ 20.00 Price: $…. Click Here to Read More
6 Aug, 2011

Education in the Moral Domain This two-part book presents theory and research demonstrating that morality forms a domain of social values that is distinct from matters of societal convention. It presents practical suggestions for teachers on how to establish a moral classroom climate, deal with student discipline, integrate moral and social values education into the curriculum, and contribute to students’ development of the moral self. The author tackles controversial issues–such as the relation between morality and religious rules, and the nature of cultural variation in moral value–with research and theory, rather than ideology. List Price: $ 39.99 Price: $…. Click Here to Read More
30 Jul, 2011

by Will Lion Continuing Education Programs For Psychologists Article by Erik Johnson Continuing education programs are very necessary for today’s psychology professionals. After completing school and working in the field for a few years, psychologists may need to take refresher courses or learn about the new theories and techniques in their field. It has been decades since many psychologists received their degrees, so it is easy to see why continuing education is so important in this sector.Many schools offer continuing psychology degree programs in the United States that help professionals in this field reach a variety of different goals. Some are straightforward courses that help…. Click Here to Read More
22 Jul, 2011

by romana klee Online Psychology Schools – Find The Elite Education Using The Web Article by Dexx Williams Are you considering going for your web psychology master degree? In the US, Mscs consist of the Master of arts or M.A.; The Master of Science Degree or M.S. And the Master of Business Administration or M.B.A and other masters degree programs such as the Master of Social Work, M.S.W. Or a Master Degree in Psychology, M.S. when you’re looking into preferred suggests such as nursing, business or psychology, it’s important to select a school for your web degree thatis reputable. to begin with, choosing a web degree to enhance your career is part of a particularly preferred trend….. Click Here to Read More