Psychology for the Classroom: Constructivism and Social Learning - Hardcover

Pritchard, Alan; Woollard, John

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0415494796 ISBN 13: 9780415494793

Publisher: Routledge, 2010

Synopsis

Psychology for the Classroom: Constructivism and Social Learning provides a lively introduction to the much debated topics of talk and group collaboration in classrooms, and the development of interactive approaches to teaching. The authors provide a background to research in constructivist and social learning theory, offering a broad and practical analysis which focuses on contemporary issues and strategies, including the use of e-learning and multimedia. Throughout the book theory is linked with its practical implications for everyday teaching and learning and chapters incorporate:

• the history of constructivist and social learning theory and key thinkers
• pedagogical implications
• practical strategies for the classroom
• constructivist theory and e-learning.

Case studies and vignettes demonstrating best practice are used throughout the text, illustrating how monitored collaboration between learners can result in an effective learning environment where targets are met. Essential reading for practising teachers and students, this book is a valuable guide for those looking to provide effective teaching and learning within a constructivist framework.

About this title

About the Author:

Alan Pritchard is Associate Professor of Education at the University of Warwick. He worked in primary schools for many years and has published widely on a range of educational topics.

John Woollard is Lecturer in Information Technology Education in the School of Education at the University of Southampton. He has previously taught in both primary and secondary schools. He now researches teaching and learning with computers.

About this edition

• Publisher: Routledge
• Publication date: 2010
• ISBN 10: 0415494796
• ISBN 13: 9780415494793
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 120