Author Description

Appropriate for Educational Psychology Courses offered through education departments, as well as some psychology departments at the university level. Educational Psychology offers the best blend of current theory, research and practice in an up-to-date, second Canadian edition. This new edition features increased and expanded Canadian content and updated pedagogical aids, including revised "Checkpoint" boxes, "Family and Community Partnerships" boxes; expanded and enhanced chapter summaries, and a new section called "Becoming a Professional" which offers guidance on developing a personal study guide. Woolfolk presents the student with a well-rounded, focused perspective on the subject of educational psychology. The author team illustrates concepts and theories with examples and analogies, then explores the implications for practice in real life.