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The fourth edition of the Handbook of Educational Psychology , sponsored by Division 15 of the American Psychological Association, addresses new developments in educational psychology theory and research methods while honoring the legacy of the field’s past. Comprising 31 chapters written by a diverse group of recognized Educational Psychologist and/or Learning and Motivational Scientist (EDP/LMS) scholars, this volume provides integrative reviews and critical syntheses of inquiry across a variety of foundational and new areas. Key constructs like motivation, development, beliefs, literacy, and emotions are given substantive updates, while entire new chapters touch on trends that have materialized since the publication of the third edition, such as inquiry world views, Critical Race Theory, cognitive neuroscience, and emerging technologies in education. Throughout this new edition, chapter authors coalesce on issues of social justice, situated approaches to inquiry, and progressive inquiry methods. The Handbook of Educational Psychology , Fourth Edition , will be an important reference volume for current and future EDP/LMS scholars, broadly conceived, as well as for teacher educators, practicing teachers, policy makers, and the academic libraries serving these audiences. It is also appropriate for graduate-level courses in educational psychology, learning and motivational sciences, and research methods in education and psychology.

100 Best Educational Psychology Books of All Time

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Man's Search for Meaning

Viktor E. Frankl, William J. Winslade, et al. | 5.00

Tony Robbins Another book that I’ve read dozens of times. It taught me that if you change the meaning, you change everything. Meaning equals emotion, and emotion equals life. (Source)

Jimmy Fallon I read it while spending ten days in the ICU of Bellevue hospital trying to reattach my finger from a ring avulsion accident in my kitchen. It talks about the meaning of life, and I believe you come out a better person from reading it. (Source)

Dustin Moskovitz [Dustin Moskovitz recommended this book on Twitter.] (Source)

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The New Psychology of Success

Carol S. Dweck | 4.85

Tony Robbins [Tony Robbins recommended this book on the podcast "The Tim Ferriss Show".] (Source)

Bill Gates One of the reasons I loved Mindset is because it’s solutions-oriented. In the book’s final chapter, Dweck describes the workshop she and her colleagues have developed to shift students from a fixed to a growth mindset. These workshops demonstrate that ‘just learning about the growth mindset can cause a big shift in the way people think about themselves and their lives. (Source)

Thinking, Fast and Slow

Kahneman | 4.80

Barack Obama A few months ago, Mr. Obama read “Thinking, Fast and Slow,” by Daniel Kahneman, about how people make decisions — quick, instinctive thinking versus slower, contemplative deliberation. For Mr. Obama, a deliberator in an instinctive business, this may be as instructive as any political science text. (Source)

Bill Gates [On Bill Gates's reading list in 2012.] (Source)

Marc Andreessen Captivating dive into human decision making, marred by inclusion of several/many? psychology studies that fail to replicate. Will stand as a cautionary tale? (Source)

The Power of Habit

Why We Do What We Do in Life and Business

Charles Duhigg | 4.63

Naval Ravikant I also recently finished The Power of Habit, or close to finish as I get. That one was interesting, not because of its content necessarily, but because it’s good for me to always keep on top of mind how powerful my habits are. [...] I think learning how to break habits is a very important meta-skill that can serve you better in life than almost anything else. Although you can read tons of books... (Source)

Blake Irving You know, there's a book called The Power of Habit by Charles Duhigg. Simple read book about just how to build positive habits that can be I think I what I'd call you know whether in your personal life or whether in your business life to help you build you know, have a loop that can build your success and that's one I mean there are so many great books out there. (Source)

Santiago Basulto Another book with great impact was “The power of habit”. But to be honest, I read only a couple of pages. It’s a good book, with many interesting stories. But to be honest, the idea it tries to communicate is simple and after a couple of pages you’ve pretty much understood all of it. Happens the same thing with those types of books (Getting things done, crossing the chasm, etc.) (Source)

Made to Stick

Why Some Ideas Survive and Others Die

Chip Heath, Dan Heath | 4.60

Cristian-Dragos Baciu I highly recommend all the books written by the Heath brothers, especially Made to Stick: Why Some Ideas Survive And Others Die. This one's a must-read for marketers. The reason I enjoyed their work so much is because they offer real-life stories and insights that makes it so much easier for the reader to imprint that information in his mind (Source)

Tudor Mihailescu First thing first, finance people need to be decent communicators, ideally awesome communicators. There is an art in building a case or in delivering a presentation and we need to treat this step as seriously as we have treated the other steps. I do believe this is a top priority for an aspiring or practicing CFO - There are plenty of books on this topic, I would recommend the works of Chip and... (Source)

Steve Lance Made to Stick is about what makes a message memorable. Why is it that we can all say ‘Call me Ishmael’ and remember this opening line to Moby Dick, and yet none of us can say the second sentence. Made to Stick is a thoughtful, fact-based empirical study about this idea of stickiness. (Source)

The Power of Thinking Without Thinking

Malcolm Gladwell | 4.54

Mike Shinoda I know most of the guys in the band read [this book]. (Source)

Marillyn Hewson CEO Marilyn Hewson recommends this book because it helped her to trust her instincts in business. (Source)

Cat Williams-Treloar The books that I've talked the most about with friends and colleagues over the years are the Malcolm Gladwell series of novels. Glorious stories that mix science, behaviours and insight. You can't go wrong with the "The Tipping Point", "Outliers", "Blink" or "David & Goliath". (Source)

Make It Stick

The Science of Successful Learning

Peter C. Brown, Henry L. Roediger III, Mark A. McDaniel | 4.54

Barbara Oakley If you’re trying to keep up your reading about learning, one of the best books about learning is Make It Stick: The Science of Successful Learning by Peter Brown, Henry Roediger III, and Mark McDaniel. This insightful book was co-authored by some of the most influential researchers around. The book jacket says it best: “Many common study habits and practice routines turn out to be... (Source)

The Prince [with Biographical Introduction]

Nicollo Machiavelli, Tim Parks | 4.30

Eric Ripert A fascinating study and still wholly relevant. (Source)

Neil deGrasse Tyson Which books should be read by every single intelligent person on planet? [...] The Prince (Machiavelli) [to learn that people not in power will do all they can to acquire it, and people in power will do all they can to keep it]. If you read all of the above works you will glean profound insight into most of what has driven the history of the western world. (Source)

Ryan Holiday Of course, this is a must read. Machiavelli is one of those figures and writers who is tragically overrated and underrated at the same time. Unfortunately that means that many people who read him miss the point and other people avoid him and miss out altogether. Take Machiavelli slow, and really read him. Also understand the man behind the book–not just as a masterful writer but a man who... (Source)

Gödel, Escher, Bach

An Eternal Golden Braid

Douglas R. Hofstadter | 4.27

Steve Jurvetson [Steve Jurvetson recommended this book on the podcast "The Tim Ferriss Show".] (Source)

Seth Godin In the last week, I discovered that at least two of my smart friends hadn't read Godel, Escher, Bach. They have now. You should too. (Source)

Kevin Kelly Over the years, I kept finding myself returning to its insights, and each time I would arrive at them at a deeper level. (Source)

Choice Words

How Our Language Affects Children's Learning

Peter H. Johnston | 4.27

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The Brain that Changes Itself

Stories of Personal Triumph from the Frontiers of Brain Science

Norman Doidge | 4.26

Carol Dweck For me it was exciting to read this book because while my research shows a growth mindset is really good for you, this book shows that a growth mindset also has a strong basis in modern neuroscience. It illustrates, though fascinating case histories and descriptions of recent research, the amazing power of the brain to change and even to reorganise itself with practice and experience. (Source)

Naveen Jain I think the book that I really, really enjoy was, "The Brain That Changes Itself." It's all about neuroplasticity, you'd really love that book. (Source)

Bogdana Butnar I don't have favourite books. I equate a favourite something with wanting to do it over and over again and I've never wanted to read a book too many times. I have favourite authors and I have books that changed me in significant ways because they moved me or taught me something or changed my view of the world. So, here's some of those books... (Source)

The Whole-Brain Child

12 Revolutionary Strategies to Nurture Your Child's Developing Mind

Daniel J. Siegel and Tina Payne Bryson | 4.26

Genevieve Von Lob Siegel uses what neuroscience tells us about how a child’s brain develops to provide practical tips for parents. (Source)

Graham Duncan [Graham Duncan recommended this book on the podcast "The Tim Ferriss Show".] (Source)

Phantoms in the Brain

Probing the Mysteries of the Human Mind

V. S. Ramachandran, Sandra Blakeslee, et al. | 4.23

Lewis Wolpert It’s really about how people who have some physical injury to their brain can have fantasies that bear no relationship to reality whatsoever. (Source)

Don't Shoot the Dog!

The New Art of Teaching and Training

Karen Pryor | 4.23

Why Don't Students Like School?

A Cognitive Scientist Answers Questions About How the Mind Works and What It Means for the Classroom

Daniel T. Willingham | 4.22

The Self-Driven Child

The Science and Sense of Giving Your Kids More Control Over Their Lives

William Stixrud PhD and Ned Johnson | 4.22

David Heinemeier Hansson A few years ago, Bill Stixrud and Ned Johnson started noticing the same problem from different angles: Even high-performing kids were coming to them acutely stressed and lacking motivation. Many complained they had no control over their lives. Some stumbled in high school or hit college and unraveled. Bill is a clinical neuropsychologist who helps kids gripped by anxiety or struggling to learn.... (Source)

A Crayon's Story

Michael Hall | 4.21

Educational Psychology

Developing Learners

Jeanne Ellis Ormrod, Eric M. Anderman, et al. | 4.21

Design for How People Learn

Julie Dirksen | 4.21

Anita E. Woolfolk | 4.20

Educational Psychology Casework

A Practice Guide Second Edition

Rick Beaver | 4.18

Musicophilia

Tales of Music and the Brain

Oliver Sacks | 4.18

Aniela Gregorek I gained a deeper understanding of how music affects our moods and our brains. (Source)

Justin Boreta [Justin Boreta said this is one of his most-recommended books.] (Source)

John Santrock | 4.17

Just Listen

Discover the Secret to Getting Through to Absolutely Anyone

Mark Goulston | 4.16

Bill Liao The human world occurs in language so best get good at it! (Source)

The Celestine Prophecy

James Redfield | 4.15

Noah Kagan A few months ago, I was drinking a Noah’s Mill whiskey (cute) with my good buddy Brian Balfour and talking about life... During the conversation, we got on the topic of books that changed our lives. I want to share them with you. I judge a book's success if a year later I'm still using at least 1 thing from the book. (Source)

Stephen Lew “The Celestine Prophecy” by James Redfield, that book pivoted my journey towards personal development and human excellence. At the point of time, nearly 2 decades ago, I started an inner quest of holistic wisdom, through the studies of metaphysics, meditation practices, philosophy, popular psychology, transpersonal psychology, dreams interpretations and comparative religions, I discovered an... (Source)

The Music Lesson

A Spiritual Search for Growth Through Music

Victor L. Wooten | 4.15

A Father's Search Through America's Mental Health Madness

Pete Earley | 4.15

Permission to Feel

Unlocking the Power of Emotions to Help Our Kids, Ourselves, and Our Society Thrive

Marc Brackett Ph.D. | 4.15

Carol S. Dweck We often create a false dichotomy between thinking and feeling. In this dichotomy, thinking is important, strong, and adaptive, but feeling is not. Marc Brackett shows us how emotions and our ability to feel, understand, and use them are key to fulfilling our potential. (Source)

Angela Duckworth A compelling and complete journey that delivers on its promise of giving us permission to feel. Marc Brackett shows us that emotional intelligence is not a gift but a skill―one that we can all learn, and benefit from immensely. (Source)

Peter Salovey More than any other book on human feelings, Permission to Feel integrates psychological research, educational practice, and compelling stories, including Marc Brackett’s own life experiences, to make emotional intelligence come alive. This is one book that leaders, educators, parents, students, and researchers will all find valuable . . . and fun to read. (Source)

The Shallows

What the Internet Is Doing to Our Brains

Nicholas Carr | 4.14

Juliette Aristides Nicholas Carr talks at length about what is gained and lost by technological progress. Reading and writing enlarged people’s sympathetic response and enriched their lives even when the book was put aside. One could say the same thing about drawing. (Source)

Andra Zaharia While I was thinking of the best books to add to this short list, I realized that not even half of them are directly related to digital marketing. This is because I believe that the best marketers are people who understand human nature deeply and aim to bring out the best in it. Call me naive, but that’s how I see it. If I were to want to pursue a career in marketing, I’d read [...] The Shallows. (Source)

Primal Leadership

Realizing the Power of Emotional Intelligence

Daniel Goleman, Annie McKee, Richard E. Boyatzis | 4.14

The Smartest Kids in the World

And How They Got That Way

Amanda Ripley | 4.14

Boys Adrift

The Five Factors Driving the Growing Epidemic of Unmotivated Boys and Underachieving Young Men

Leonard Sax | 4.14

The Strange Career of Jim Crow

C. Vann Woodward, William S. McFeely | 4.13

Peter Temin After Reconstruction, white southerners recreated a system of laws and social repression called Jim Crow laws. (Source)

Multiple Intelligences

New Horizons in Theory and Practice

Howard E. Gardner | 4.13

This Is Your Brain on Music

The Science of a Human Obsession

Daniel J. Levitin | 4.13

Vinod Khosla Fascinating though older book. (Source)

Justin Boreta Goes into the evolutionary thinking behind why music does what it does. (Source)

Mistakes Were Made (But Not by Me)

Why We Justify Foolish Beliefs, Bad Decisions, and Hurtful Acts

Mark Haddo | 4.13

Peter Attia A book about cognitive dissonance that looks at common weaknesses and biases in human thinking. Peter wants to ensure he goes through life without being too sure of himeself, and this book helps him to recalibrate. (Source)

Ryan Holiday Cognitive Dissonance is one of the most powerful and delusionary forces in the world. (Source)

David Kramaley When asked what books he would recommend to youngsters interested in his professional path, David mentioned Mistakes Were Made (But Not by Me). (Source)

Visible Learning for Teachers

Maximizing Impact on Learning

John Hattie | 4.13

Teaching with Love and Logic

Taking Control of the Classroom

Jim Fay, David Funk | 4.13

Mapping the Mind

Rita Carter | 4.13

Nassim Nicholas Taleb I started my interest in neurobiology in December 1998 after reading a discussion by Rita Carter in the FT showing that rational behavior under uncertainty and rational decision making can come from a defect in the amygdala. Since then I've had five years of reading more technical material (Gazzaniga et al is perhaps the most complete reference on cognitive neuroscience) and thought that I... (Source)

Learning How to Learn

How to Succeed in School Without Spending All Your Time Studying; A Guide for Kids and Teens

Barbara Oakley, Terrence Sejnowski, et al | 4.12

A Neuroscientist's Journey of Self-Discovery That Challenges Everything You Know About Drugs and Society

Carl Hart | 4.11

Positive Discipline Parenting Tools

The 49 Most Effective Methods to Stop Power Struggles, Build Communication, and Raise Empowered, Capable Kids

Jane Nelsen Ed.D., Mary Nelsen Tamborski, Brad Ainge | 4.11

Brené Brown For new parents, I love [this series]. (Source)

The Elements of Skill

A Conscious Approach to Learning

Theodore Dimon Jr, Larry A. Hickman | 4.11

Applying Educational Psychology in Coaching Athletes

Jeffrey J. Huber | 4.11

What Women Want and How to Give It to Them

W. Anton | 4.10

The Absorbent Mind

Maria Montessori, John Chattin-McNichols Ph.D. | 4.10

Smart but Scattered

The Revolutionary "Executive Skills" Approach to Helping Kids Reach Their Potential

Peg Dawson | 4.10

The Tell-Tale Brain

A Neuroscientist's Quest for What Makes Us Human

V. S. Ramachandran | 4.10

Street Soldier

Joseph Marshall | 4.10

The Joy of Music

Leonard Bernstein, Tim Page | 4.09

Excellent Sheep

The Miseducation of the American Elite and the Way to a Meaningful Life

William Deresiewicz | 4.09

Bryan Callen There’s a guy who I just had on my podcast, Mark Deresiewicz, who wrote a book called Excellent Sheep. He was a Yale professor, and took a look at the essentially what was wrong with higher education, at these elite institutions, primarily places like Amherst and Yale and Harvard. And one of the things he said is that we’re breeding excellent sheep. You’ve got 31 flavors of vanilla. These kids... (Source)

Visible Learning and the Science of How We Learn

John Hattie, Gregory C. R. Yates | 4.09

Thriving with ADHD Workbook for Kids

60 Fun Activities to Help Children Self-Regulate, Focus, and Succeed

Kelli Miller LCSW MSW | 4.09

Stories of the Courage to Teach

Honoring the Teacher's Heart

Sam M. Intrator, Parker J. Palmer | 4.08

Self-Therapy

Jay Earley | 4.08

A New Introduction to Transactional Analysis

Ian Stewart, Vann Joines | 4.08

Teaching Community

A Pedagogy of Hope

bell hooks | 4.08

How Music Works

The Science and Psychology of Beautiful Sounds, from Beethoven to the Beatles and Beyond

John Powell | 4.08

Your Child's Growing Mind

A Guide to Learning and Brain Development from Birth to Adolescence

Jane M. Healy | 4.08

How We Learn

The Surprising Truth About When, Where, and Why It Happens

Benedict Carey | 4.07

Vladimir Oane He does a brilliant job proving that our thinking about learning is rooted more in superstition than in science. And boy this book is filled with science. It is extremely evident that the author is a science nerd because this book is 95% filled with studies and experiments on lots and lots of topics related to the learning: memorization, forgetting, associations, perceptions etc. This could make... (Source)

What to Listen for in Music

Aaron Copland, Alan Rich | 4.07

Reading in the Brain

The Science and Evolution of a Human Invention

Stanislas Dehaene | 4.07

Handbook of Detecting Cheating on Tests

Gregory J. Cizek and James A. Wollack | 4.06

The Shut-Down Learner

Helping Your Academically Discouraged Child

Richard Selznick | 4.06

Music, the Brain, and Ecstasy

How Music Captures Our Imagination

Robert Jourdain | 4.06

What makes a distant oboe's wail beautiful? Why do some kinds of music lift us to ecstasy, but not others? How can music make sense to an ear and brain evolved for detecting the approaching lion or tracking the unsuspecting gazelle? Lyrically interweaving discoveries from science, psychology, music theory, paleontology, and philosophy, Robert Jourdian brilliantly examines why music speaks to us in ways that words cannot, and why we form such powerful connections to it. In clear, understandable language, Jourdian expertly guides the reader through a continuum of musical experience: sound,...

What makes a distant oboe's wail beautiful? Why do some kinds of music lift us to ecstasy, but not others? How can music make sense to an ear and brain evolved for detecting the approaching lion or tracking the unsuspecting gazelle? Lyrically interweaving discoveries from science, psychology, music theory, paleontology, and philosophy, Robert Jourdian brilliantly examines why music speaks to us in ways that words cannot, and why we form such powerful connections to it. In clear, understandable language, Jourdian expertly guides the reader through a continuum of musical experience: sound, tone, melody, harmony, rhythm, composition, performance, listening, understanding—and finally to ecstasy. Along the way, a fascinating cast of characters brings Jourdian's narrative to vivid life: "idiots savants" who absorb whole pieces on a single hearing, composers who hallucinate entire compositions, a psychic who claims to take dictation from long-dead composers, and victims of brain damage who can move only when they hear music. Here is a book that will entertain, inform, and stimulate everyone who loves music—and make them think about their favorite song in startling new ways.

Handbook of Motivation at School

Kathryn R. Wentzel and David B. Miele | 4.06

Limitless Mind

Learn, Lead, and Live Without Barriers

Jo Boaler | 4.06

Carol S. Dweck Boaler is one of those rare and remarkable educators who not only know the secret of great teaching but also know how to give that gift to others. (Source)

Laurene Powell Jobs Jo Boaler is one of the most creative and innovative educators today. Limitless Mind marries cutting-edge brain science with her experience in the classroom, not only proving that each of us has limitless potential but offering strategies for how we can achieve it. (Source)

The Inner Game of Music

Barry Green, W. Timothy Gallwey | 4.06

From Prison to PhD

A Memoir of Hope, Resilience, and Second Chances

Jason Sole | 4.05

Strangers to Ourselves

Discovering the Adaptive Unconscious

Timothy D. Wilson | 4.05

Malcolm Gladwell One of the loveliest, most insightful books about social psychology that I ever read. (Source)

The Tree of Knowledge

The Biological Roots of Human Understanding

Humberto R. Maturana, Francisco J. Varela | 4.05

Communities of Practice

Learning, Meaning, and Identity

Etienne Wenger | 4.05

Positive Discipline Tools for Teachers

Effective Classroom Management for Social, Emotional, and Academic Success

Jane Nelsen Ed.D., Kelly Gfroerer Ph.D. | 4.04

Music, Language, and the Brain

Aniruddh D. Patel | 4.04

A Legendary Guidance Counselor Helps Seven Kids Find the Right Colleges—and Find Themselves

David L. Marcus | 4.04

Special Educational Needs, Inclusion And Diversity

Norah Frederickson and Tony Clin | 4.04

Zorn und Zeit

Peter Sloterdijk | 4.04

Owning Your Own Shadow

Understanding the Dark Side of the Psyche

Robert A. Johnson | 4.04

The Behavior Code Companion

Strategies, Tools, and Interventions for Supporting Students with Anxiety-Related or Oppositional Behaviors

Jessica Minahan | 4.04

Mind Wide Open

Your Brain and the Neuroscience of Everyday Life

Steven Johnson | 4.04

The Growth Mindset Coach

A Teacher's Month-by-Month Handbook for Empowering Students to Achieve

Annie Brock and Heather Hundley | 4.04

Einstein Never Used Flashcards

How Our Children Really Learn--and Why They Need to Play More and Memorize Less

Roberta Michnick Golinkoff | 4.04

Observing Preschool Children with Attachment Emotional Difficulties

A Tool for Assessment and Support

Kim S. Golding | 4.04

Educational Psychology for Learning and Teaching

Jack Snowman and Rick McCown | 4.03

Pedagogy of Hope

Reliving Pedagogy of the Oppressed (Impacts)

Paulo Freire | 4.03

Mindsets in the Classroom

Building a Culture of Success and Student Achievement in Schools

Mary Cay Ricci | 4.03

The Courage to Teach

Exploring the Inner Landscape of a Teacher's Life

Parker J. Palmer | 4.02

Essays on Race and Culture

Richard Dyer | 4.02

Free to Learn

Why Unleashing the Instinct to Play Will Make Our Children Happier, More Self-Reliant, and Better Students for Life

Peter Gray | 4.02

The Reflective Practitioner

How Professionals Think in Action

Donald A. Schön | 4.02

Mind and Brain

A Critical Appraisal of Cognitive Neuroscience

William R. Uttal | 4.02

How Children Succeed

Grit, Curiosity, and the Hidden Power of Character

Paul Tough | 4.01

Chelsea Frank I was reading a book, “How Children Succeed: Grit, Curiosity, and the Hidden Power of Character” by Paul Tough on a recommendation by my sister, a Middle School teacher. At that time I considered myself a great mother with natural intuition and did not go to the book as a means of “self-help” but of leisurely pleasure. However, I was perplexed when I discovered that even the most intelligent,... (Source)

Raising Human Beings

Creating a Collaborative Partnership with Your Child

Ross W. Greene Ph.D. | 4.00

The Mind Map Book

Unlock Your Creativity, Boost Your Memory, Change Your Life

Tony Buzan, Barry Buzan, et al. | 4.00

Essentials of Educational Psychology

Big Ideas To Guide Effective Teaching [with MyEducationLab + eText Access Codes]

Jeanne Ellis Ormrod and Brett Jones | 4.00

Small Teaching

Everyday Lessons from the Science of Learning

James M. Lang, Daniel Thomas May, et al | 4.00

How to Think Like Sherlock Holmes

Maria Konnikova | 4.00

Kirk Borne To Change the Way You Think, Change the Way You See: “To observe, you must learn to separate situation from interpretation, yourself from what you are seeing.” https://t.co/jYH02Yh8u1 Also see this book: https://t.co/uKXYEPDHOM #Cognitive https://t.co/43hHzNb55A (Source)

Making Thinking Visible

How to Promote Engagement, Understanding, and Independence for All Learners

Ron Ritchhart, Mark Church, Karin Morrison | 4.00

Thought as a System

David Bohm | 4.00

The School Psychologist's Survival Guide, Grades K-12

Rebecca Branstetter | 4.00

APA Educational Psychology Handbook

Editors-in-Chief: Karen R. Harris, EdD ; Steve Graham, EdD ; Tim Urdan, PhD

Available formats

• Table of contents
• Contributor bios
• Book details
• Additional Resources

The APA Educational Psychology Handbook reflects the broad nature of the field today, with state-of-the-science reviews of the diverse critical theories driving research and practice; in-depth investigation of the range of individual differences and cultural/contextual factors that affect student achievement, motivation, and beliefs; and close examination of the research driving current assessment, decision making, teaching skills and content, teacher preparation, and the promotion of learning across the life span and with special populations.

• Volume 1 addresses the definition of educational psychology, some of the most critical theories driving research and practice today, broad areas of research that educational psychology has addressed based on multiple theories and that make an important contribution to the field, and emerging and cutting-edge issues.
• Volume 2 includes 21 chapters that examine a range of individual differences, cultural factors, and contextual factors affecting student achievement, motivation, and beliefs.
• Volume 3 focuses on specific applications of research in educational psychology for assessment and decision making, teaching skills and content, promoting learning, and teacher preparation as well as across the life span and with special populations.

Volume 1: Theories, Constructs, and Critical Issues

Editorial Board

About the Editors-in-Chief

Contributors

Series Preface

Introduction

I. Conceptualization, Research Design, and Foundational Theories

• Projecting Educational Psychology's Future From Its Past and Present: A Trend Analysis Patricia A. Alexander, P. Karen Murphy, and Jeffrey A. Greene
• Current and Emerging Design and Data Analysis Approaches Jonna M. Kulikowich and Nell Sedransk
• Constructivism Angela M. O'Donnell
• Information Processing Richard E. Mayer
• Social Cognitive Theory Dale H. Schunk
• Sociocultural Approaches to Educational Psychology: Theory, Research, and Application Artin Göncü and Mary Gauvain

II. Theory and Research on Critical Topics: What We Know and Why It Matters

• Metacognition in Education Carey Dimmitt and Christine B. McCormick
• Knowledge and Knowing: The Journey From Philosophy and Psychology to Human Learning P. Karen Murphy, Patricia A. Alexander, and Krista R. Muis
• Personal Epistemology: Theory, Research, and Future Directions Barbara K. Hofer and Lisa D. Bendixen
• Enhancing Students' Performance in Traditional Education: Implications From the Expert Performance Approach and Deliberate Practice Kiruthiga Nandagopal and K. Anders Ericsson
• Human Cognitive Architecture: Why Some Instructional Procedures Work and Others Do Not John Sweller
• Working Memory, Learning, and Academic Achievement H. Lee Swanson and Tracy Packiam Alloway
• Motivation: Past, Present, and Future Sandra Graham and Bernard Weiner
• Self-Regulation of Learning: Process Approaches to Personal Development Barry J. Zimmerman and Andju Sara Labuhn
• Self-Concept: A Synergy of Theory, Method, and Application Herbert W. Marsh, Man Xu, and Andrew J. Martin

III. Emerging Issues and Cutting-Edge Topics

• Resistance and Resiliency in a Color-Conscious Society: Implications for Learning and Teaching Margaret Beale Spencer, Davido Dupree, Brian Tinsley, Ebony O. McGee, Jennifer Hall, Suzanne G. Fegley, and Tyhesha Goss Elmore
• Evidence-Based Practices in Education Bryan G. Cook, Garnett J. Smith, and Melody Tankersley
• Genetics and Education: Toward a Genetically Sensitive Classroom Claire M. A. Haworth and Robert Plomin
• How Neuroscience Contributes to Our Understanding of Learning and Development in Typically Developing and Special-Needs Students James P. Byrnes
• Evolutionary Educational Psychology David C. Geary

Volume 2: Individual Differences and Cultural and Contextual Factors

I. individual differences.

• Academic Emotions Reinhard Pekrun and Elizabeth J. Stephens
• From General Intelligence to Multiple Intelligences: Meanings, Models, and Measures Richard D. Roberts and Anastasiya A. Lipnevich
• Learning Styles and Approaches to Learning Adrian Furnham
• Gifted and Talented Education: History, Issues, and Recommendations Donna Y. Ford
• Personality Moshe Zeidner and Gerald Matthews
• Gender, Motivation, and Educational Attainment Judith L. Meece and Karyl J. S. Askew

II. Instructional Influences on Motivation, Engagement, Conceptual Change, and Moral Development

• Motivation Theory in Educational Practice: Knowledge Claims, Challenges, and Future Directions Avi Kaplan, Idit Katz, and Hanoch Flum
• Engagement and Positive Youth Development: Creating Optimal Learning Environments David J. Shernoff
• Conceptual Change Induced by Instruction: A Complex Interplay of Multiple Factors Stella Vosniadou and Lucia Mason
• Moral and Character Education Marvin W. Berkowitz

III. Cultural and Neighborhood Effects

• Ethnic and Racial Identity in Childhood and Adolescence Cynthia Hudley and Miles Irving
• Factors Affecting the Motivation and Achievement of Immigrant Students Tim Urdan
• Explaining the Black–White Achievement Gap: An Intergenerational Stratification and Developmental Perspective W. Jean Yeung
• Neighborhoods, Schools, and Achievement Jondou J. Chen and Jeanne Brooks-Gunn

IV. Relationships

• Child and Adolescent Peer Relations in Educational Context Philip C. Rodkin and Allison M. Ryan
• Understanding and Preventing Bullying and Sexual Harassment in School Dorothy L. Espelage and Melissa K. Holt
• Parents' Involvement in Children's Learning Eva M. Pomerantz, Elizabeth Moorman Kim, and Cecilia Sin-Sze Cheung

V. Teachers and Classroom Contexts

• Effective Classrooms Helen Patrick, Panayota Mantzicopoulos, and David Sears
• Spring Cleaning for the "Messy" Construct of Teachers' Beliefs: What Are They? Which Have Been Examined? What Can They Tell Us? Helenrose Fives and Michelle M. Buehl
• Effective Teachers and Teaching: Characteristics and Practices Related to Positive Student Outcomes Alysia D. Roehrig, Jeannine E. Turner, Meagan C. Arrastia, Eric Christesen, Sarah McElhaney, and Laura M. Jakiel
• Three Generations of Research on Class-Size Effects Peter Blatchford

Volume 3: Application to Learning and Teaching

I. application across the life span.

• Early Childhood Education Penny Hauser-Cram and Darcy B. Mitchell
• Global Perspectives on Education During Middle Childhood Scott G. Paris, Alexander Seeshing Yeung, Hwei Ming Wong, and Serena Wenshu Luo
• Adolescence Eric M. Anderman
• Learning and Assessment of Adult Reading Literacy John P. Sabatini

II. Assessment and Decision Making in Education

• Using Assessment Data to Make Decisions About Teaching and Learning John L. Hosp
• Large-Scale Assessment for Educational Accountability Stephen N. Elliott, Alexander Kurz, and Laura Neergaard
• Testing Accommodations for Students With Disabilities James M. Royer and Jennifer Randall

III. Teaching Core Skills and Content

• Current and Historical Perspectives on Reading Research and Instruction Michael L. Kamil
• Writing Gert Rijlaarsdam, Huub Van den Bergh, Michel Couzijn, Tanja Janssen, Martine Braaksma, Marion Tillema, Elke Van Steendam, and Mariet Raedts
• Critical Transitions: Arithmetic to Algebra Martha Carr
• Thinking and Reasoning in Science: Promoting Epistemic Conceptual Change Gale M. Sinatra and Clark A. Chinn
• Learning Social Studies: An Evidence-Based Approach David Hicks, Stephanie van Hover, Peter E. Doolittle, and Phillip VanFossen

IV. Instructional Methods

• The Power of Setting: The Role of Field Experience in Learning to Teach Pam Grossman, Matthew Ronfeldt, and Julia J. Cohen
• Designing Instruction for the Contemporary Learning Landscape Fred Paas, Jeroen J. G. van Merriënboer, and Tamara A. J. M. van Gog
• Classroom Applications of Cooperative Learning Robert E. Slavin
• Strategies Instruction Charles A. MacArthur
• Problem-Based Learning Sofie M. M. Loyens, Paul A. Kirschner, and Fred Paas
• Application of Technology to Learning Roxanna Moreno
• Intelligent Tutoring Systems Arthur C. Graesser, Mark W. Conley, and Andrew Olney
• Homework Harris Cooper, Saiying Steenbergen-Hu, and Amy L. Dent

V. Teaching Special Populations

• The Education of English Language Learners Fred Genesee and Kathryn Lindholm-Leary
• Methods for Preventing Early Academic Difficulties Adriana G. Bus, Paul P. M. Leseman, and Susan B. Neuman
• A Comprehensive, Integrated, Three-Tier Model to Meet Students' Academic, Behavioral, and Social Needs Kathleen Lynne Lane, Holly Mariah Menzies, Jemma Robertson Kalberg, and Wendy P. Oakes

Karen R. Harris, EdD, is Currey Ingram Professor of Special Education and Literacy at Vanderbilt University, Nashville, Tennessee. Her research focuses on theoretical and intervention issues in the development of academic and self-regulation strategies among students who are normally achieving; who are at risk; and who face severe learning challenges, especially in the area of writing. She is a Fellow of APA and the former editor of the Journal of Educational Psychology (2003–2008).

She was coeditor of the Handbook of Learning Disabilities (2003, with H. Lee Swanson and Steve Graham) and coauthor of several books, including Powerful Writing Strategies for All Students (2008, with Steve Graham, Linda H. Mason, and Barbara Friedlander) and Writing Better: Effective Strategies for Teaching Students With Learning Difficulties (2005, with Steve Graham).

Dr. Harris, with Steve Graham, was the 2005 recipient of the Council for Exceptional Children's Career Research Award, the 2003 recipient of the Samuel A. Kirk Award from the Division of Learning Disabilities, and the 2001 recipient of the Distinguished Research Award from the Special Education Interest Group of the American Educational Research Association.

Steve Graham, EdD, is Currey Ingram Professor of Special Education and Literacy in the Department of Special Education at Vanderbilt University, Nashville, Tennessee. His research focuses on identifying the factors involved in writing difficulties and disabilities and on examining the effectiveness of specific prevention and intervention procedures for enhancing writing development.

He is the former editor of both Exceptional Children (2003–2010) and Contemporary Educational Psychology (2001–2003). He was coeditor of the Handbook of Writing Research (2005, with Charles A. MacArthur and Jill Fitzgerald) and the Handbook of Learning Disabilities (2003, with H. Lee Swanson and Karen R. Harris) and coauthor of Powerful Writing Strategies for All Students (2008, with Karen R. Harris, Linda H. Mason, and Barbara Friedlander) and Writing Better: Effective Strategies for Teaching Students With Learning Difficulties (2005, with Karen R. Harris).

Dr. Graham, with Karen R. Harris, was the 2005 recipient of the Council for Exceptional Children's Career Research Award, the 2003 recipient of the Samuel A. Kirk Award from the Division of Learning Disabilities, and the 2001 recipient of the Distinguished Research Award from the Special Education Interest Group of the American Educational Research Association.

Tim Urdan, PhD, is professor of psychology and liberal studies at Santa Clara University, Santa Clara, California. He received his doctorate in psychology and education from the University of Michigan and taught at Emory University before moving to Santa Clara in 1996. His research focuses primarily on student motivation and how it is influenced by cultural and classroom factors.

Dr. Urdan is the coeditor of two book series, Adolescence and Education (with Frank Pajares) and Advances in Motivation and Achievement (with Stuart Karabenick).

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Psychology students often go through numerous books to expand their understanding beyond classroom education. To help in selecting the best readings, we’ve compiled some of the best books offering comprehensive insights into Psychology. 

From timeless classics to science-based research, these reads will help in discovering new perspectives and ideas that enrich this dynamic field. Moreover, reading improves your analytical skills, reasoning, memory, and empathy. 

How Reading Shapes Psychological Understanding

Reading is crucial for Psychology students since it serves as a gateway to gaining more understanding of complexities of the human mind and behavior. Beyond the college curriculum, books are excellent tools for success in graduate study !

Psychology books offer different theories and case studies that will allow you to gain insights from psychologists, explore research findings, and be on top of breakthrough developments in the field .

30 Essential Reads for Psychology Students

The psychology book.

Authored by DK, this book offers a comprehensive overview of psychology in a visually engaging format. Its use of illustrations, diagrams, and clear explanations makes complex concepts easy to understand. It also touches on the evolution of psychology and the key contributors that helped in shaping the field. 

Thinking, Fast and Slow

This book is essential for psychology students, providing a foundational understanding of human cognition by knowing the differences between the two cognitive systems. Authored by Nobel laureate Daniel Kahneman, the book offers important insights on decision-making and cognitive biases, fostering critical thinking and cognitive awareness among students.

Influence: The Psychology of Persuasion

This book provides a deeper understanding on the effects of influence, bridging theoretical understanding with practical applications in fields like marketing and sales. Delving into ethical dimensions, the book also reflects on the responsible application of psychological principles in various contexts, fostering ethical awareness.

The Man Who Mistook His Wife for a Hat

Written by Oliver Sacks, this essential read offers real-life patient stories that show psychological theory in practice. The book centers on patient-centric empathy and challenging conventional perceptions, offering a better understanding of the human psyche and promoting values.

The Interpretation of Dreams

Establishing the foundation of psychoanalysis, this book is a must-read for those interested in the concepts of the unconscious mind and introspection. Through Sigmund Freud’s method of dream analysis, the book also highlights the importance of self-awareness and critical inquiry while discussing the evolution of psychological thought.

Mistakes Were Made (But Not by Me)

Its authors, Carol Travis and Elliot Aronson, explore topics on cognitive dissonance, self-justification, and how they affect the human behavior. Sure to stimulate critical thinking, the book relates psychological topics in politics and personal development.  

The Social Animal

Diving through social psychology and its relevance every day, the Social Animal by Elliot Aronson is an essential read for psychology students. The book equips students with a better understanding of the human social behavior in fields such as Counseling, Social Work, And Organizational Psychology.

Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance

Bridging theory to real-life practices, Angela Duckworth’s book tackles the psychological foundation of motivation, passion, and determination. The book offers practical guidance for personal and professional growth, equipping you with essential tools for success.

The Psychopath Tests

The Psychopath Test by Jon Ronson teaches us a lot about psychopathy and the tricky parts of diagnosing mental disorders . The book will help you reflect on how people are diagnosed, the ethical standard of diagnosing personality disorders, and real-life clinical practices.

Phantoms in the Brain

This book will take you on a fascinating journey through the mysteries of the mind, using patient stories and tests to show how your brain shapes your perception. Through the words of Blakeslee and Ramachandran, the book allows you to rethink consciousness and self-awareness while exploring how brain injuries affect the human experience.

The Tell-Tale Brain

V.S. Ramachandran’s engaging storytelling and case studies encourage psychology students to explore the areas of neuroscience and cognitive psychology. The book fosters critical thinking and challenges established psychological beliefs while offering practical insights applicable to clinical practice, perfect for aspiring clinicians and researchers.

The Power of Habit

The book by Charles Duhigg explains how habits form and influence our lives with practical insights applicable across various psychology domains. Through real-life examples, the author shows how understanding and changing habits can make a big difference and improve critical thinking.

Stumbling on Happiness

Authored by Daniel Gilbert, this book is an essential guide for psychology scholars exploring the psychology behind happiness and decision-making. Going beyond academic study, the book serves as a guide to understand the true source of happiness and how this helps in knowing yourself more.

The Psychopathology of Everyday Life

This book is a classic psychology text that explores the unfamiliar aspects of human behavior and revealing hidden psychological factors behind our actions and thoughts. Sigmund Freud’s examination of the Freudian slip provides deep insights into the unconscious mind, offering a foundational understanding on psychodynamic analysis and analytical thinking.

Emotions Revealed

With this crucial read, Paul Ekman explores the universal nature of emotions and how they influence behavior through facial expressions and micro expressions. The author’s expertise also helps students with practical tools for assessing emotions, enhancing therapeutic skills and fostering empathy.

The Blank Slate

Emphasizing the role of evolution and genetics in shaping human behavior, this book challenges the idea that humans are born as blank slates shaped solely by their environment. Steven Pinker’s accessible writing style and thought-provoking arguments make it a valuable resource for psychology students, sparking discussions on the relationship between biology and environment in shaping human nature.

A moving exploration of human resilience, this book chronicles the experiences of patients trapped in unresponsive states. Its writer, Oliver Sacks, skillfully links medical insights with compassionate storytelling while highlighting the power of hope and human connection in overcoming challenges.

David Brooks offers a captivating read, exploring human behavior through the fictional lives of Harold and Erica. With engaging storytelling and real-life scenarios, the book reveals the complexities of human behavior while providing readers with fresh insights into the social and psychological forces that shape lives. 

The Paradox of Choice

The book examines the impact of excessive choice on our lives, arguing that while more options may seem liberating, they often lead to anxiety and decision paralysis. Barry Schwartz offers practical strategies for navigating this paradox, encouraging readers to prioritize quality over quantity and simplifying decision-making for greater fulfillment in an overwhelming world.

The Brain That Changes Itself

The book explores neuroplasticity, revealing the brain’s remarkable ability to adapt and recover from disorders through engaging case studies. Norman Doidge introduces pioneering figures like Paul Bach-y-Rita and Michael Merzenich, offering insights that challenge conventional views on learning and rehabilitation.

The Happiness Hypothesis

Exploring the timeless concepts of happiness through engaging storytelling and humor, Jonathan Haidt’s book offers insights into human emotions and well-being. This book allows you to explore the meaning of life and contentment through its interdisciplinary approach combining psychology, philosophy, and scientific research.

Quiet… Power of Introverts in a World That Can’t Stop Talking

This books by Susan Cain explores the challenges introverts face in an extroverted society, highlighting their value and contributions. Whether introverted or extroverted, the author offers guidance in navigating today’s fast-paced world through narratives and academic insights.

The Age of Insight

Eric Kandel explores the captivating intersection between science, art, and the brain, revealing how creativity and emotions shape your understanding of the world. Through interdisciplinary insights, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of how the brain processes aesthetics and the fascinating connections between psychology, neuroscience, and art.

The Lucifer Effect

This book explores Philip Zimbardo’s Stanford prison experiment and real-world events to reveal the psychological factors behind ordinary individuals committing crimes. The book also sheds light on moral disengagement and the influence of societal circumstances on human behavior, providing valuable insights on morality and ethics.

The Power of Now

Drawing from various spiritual beliefs, this book teaches readers to focus on the present moment for inner peace and fulfillment. Eckhart Tolle offers practical solutions for overcoming worries and ego identification, leading to self-discovery and a greater sense of satisfaction in life.

The Wisdom of Crowds

Through real-life examples, James Surowiecki’s fascinating book explores how groups can make remarkably accurate decisions, often outperforming individual experts. The book also shows how decentralized decision-making processes lead to precise outcomes, proving the power of collective intelligence.

Neuropsychological Assessment

This book serves as a key resource material for neuropsychology practitioners and psychology students. Through its authors, Muriel Deutsch Lezak, Diane B. Howieson, Erin D. Bigler, and Daniel Tranel, the book covers the assessment tools and techniques used in the accurate diagnosis and treatment of neurological and psychiatric disorders.

Descartes’ Error

Offering a fresh perspective on consciousness, Antonio Damasio challenges the idea of the mind-body split and argues that emotions play a crucial role in shaping rational thought. Through compelling case studies and neurological evidence, the book explains the interconnectedness of mind and body.

Pioneers of Psychology

The book offers an engaging exploration of the lives and contributions of key figures in psychology, blending historical context with personal stories. Through the vivid narratives of Raymond E. Fancher and Alexandra Rutherford, the book offers a glimpse into the evolution of psychological ideas and the advancement of the field.

How to Think Straight About Psychology

Keith E. Stanovich’s book offers a helpful guide for understanding psychological science, presenting clear explanations and debunking myths. The book’s engaging style makes it accessible to students and anyone interested in learning more about the workings of the human brain.

By choosing the books that suit your interest, including reading in your study routine, and doing supplementary readings, you’ll discover fresh insights that keep you on top of the trends in the Psychology field!

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5 Great Books for Educational Psychologists

Essentials for every educational psychology library.

• Why Don’t Students Like School?
• The Handbook of Educational Psychology
• The Absorbent Mind
• How Children Learn
• Make It Stick

Books for educational psychologists aren’t always strictly penned discipline-specific texts. Scholars and researchers who develop truly effective pedagogy must have an expansive and practical personal library. To understand what that means in simple terms, one must understand how the minds of young or experienced students absorb and utilize information. After all, education must be, at its core, more than simple memorization. It must become a practical part of the student’s entire world-view.

1. Why Don’t Students Like School?

Education is a recursive process between teachers and students, but understanding the more elegant aspects of this cognitive dynamic isn’t always a simple proposition. Dan Willingham provides educators with guidelines for creating a lasting impression both in and outside of the classroom. In addition to exploring the cognitive mechanics of the learning process, Willingham outlines nine principles in easy to grasp language. Students learn most effectively when all aspects of their lived experience are engaged through the use of emotion, narrative structure, context, memory, and routine.

2. The Handbook of Educational Psychology

Educational psychology is a field that holds a benefit for those who formally study this aspect of the human experience and those who are actively engaged in the classroom according to the American Psychological Association . The pursuit of greater understanding of the human brain and how it parses sensory data, as well as information packets with which it is presented, is a large part of this scholarly field. However, in order to derive the most robust benefit from the study of the student mind, it’s vital to take a broader perspective. Incorporating concepts of lived context, learning styles, culturally dependent or privileged attitudes in education, and other matters provides an essential foundation for comprehending the science of comprehension and retention.

3. The Absorbent Mind

Maria Montessori is credited with creating a more student-oriented way to teach. Since she wrote this astounding educational manifesto, her system has taken root in a number of countries with diverse cultural perspectives. In response to the industrialized sensibilities of today’s American educational landscape, many schools are turning back to her classic message of care for the individual development of each student. While Montessori was not a trained educational psychologist, her work holds a great deal of value for those interested in understanding how and why students learn, what they retain, and which pedagogical implements have the most applicability in today’s American classroom.

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In the past, there have been pedagogies that disregard entirely the various needs of different ages of learners. Children, especially those of tender age, require a more significant proportion of contextual and physical-spatial activity-based learning, primarily because they are still developing the neurological hardware of being human. John Holt’s classic is one of the great books for educational psychologists, teachers, and parents alike because it renders childhood education as a simple, natural process akin to breathing.

5. Make It Stick

Brown, Roediger, and McDaniel turn the concept of concretely different learning styles on its head by exploring the latest research in memory storage. They also draw on the human capacity for novel innovation and drawing on stores of previously learned information when solving new types of problems. They introduce new strategies for active learning based on our most current understanding of human memory creation and retention that countermand decades of counterproductive study techniques like cramming or highlighting.

In order to reach such goals, scholars must deeply comprehend how the mind works and how it makes use of information. These five essential books for educational psychologists will help both those new to the field and professionals with long experience in the classroom environment to build a better experience for both educators and students of all ages.

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25 best psychology books to read in 2024.

Have you ever found yourself trying to work out what mental processes lead humans to do what we do? Thanks to the internet, even in isolation we have a continual stream of information about what people are doing — and with this uniquely modern view of the world around us, we have more fodder than ever to think: “Hmm, I wonder why we do this or that?”

As a human, it’s natural to want to understand these things — not only about others, but also about yourself. In this post, we’ve put together a list of the 25 best psychology books you’ll definitely want to read to pursue that understanding! Whether you’re a beginner with a newfound interest in psychology or a seasoned psychology expert looking to branch out, we’ve got you covered.

1. The Happiness Hypothesis: Finding Modern Truth in Ancient Wisdom by Jonathan Haidt

A professor of social psychology, Jonathan Haidt wrote The Happiness Hypothesis as an accessible vessel for his research into moral foundations theory. In this book, Haidt takes the ancient wisdom, or “Great Ideas”, of historical thinkers — like Buddha, Plato, and even Jesus — and reveals their applications in light of contemporary psychological findings.

Haidt first describes the basic meanings of ancient lessons on happiness, virtue, and personal fulfillment. This leads into what Haidt extracted from these findings to develop his own “10 Great Ideas” about happiness and connect them to modern living. After all, while ancient wisdom is tried-and-tested, it’s essential to update old methods to match modern-day life — Plato, Jesus, and Buddha never spent hours doomscrolling or procrastinating on Instagram, for example.

2. Influence : The Psychology of Persuasion (New and Expanded) by PhD Robert B. Cialdini

Influence, New and Expanded is Dr. Robert B. Cialdini’s 2021 republication of his one of his acclaimed bestselling psychology books Influence (first published in 1984) — complete with new research, examples, and insights, especially regarding the age of the internet. Backed up by his 35 years of scientific research, Cialdini describes seven practicable principles of influence you can use in your everyday life (with the newest edition being “Unity”). 

Each of the seven principles has a dedicated chapter to describe how it functions, where it’s most applicable, and — most importantly — how you apply it in your own life. If you’re looking for a book on psychology to help you learn more about the art of ethical persuasion in a modern context — and how to see through other people’s deceitful attempts — then this is the book for you.

3. Mistakes Were Made (but Not by Me) Third Edition: Why We Justify Foolish Beliefs, Bad Decisions, and Hurtful Acts by Carol Tavris

Ever been curious what causes people to deny vaccines, join cults, or engage in extremist behavior? The next entry on this list might clarify some of these seemingly illogical decisions:  in Mistakes Were Made, Carol Tavris and Elliot Aronson discuss the systematic mental patterns which feed into development and radicalization of human beliefs. These include cognitive dissonance, confirmation bias, and positive feedback loops, among others.

To further explain how people’s attitudes can become so polarized, Tavris and Aronson walk readers through the effects of these mental patterns on people in various real-life cases and controversies. With its many compelling links to real-life events, this book is the perfect read for psychology and politics readers alike.

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4. Upstream: How to Solve Problems Before They Happen by Dan Heath

Life can feel like we’re constantly sprinting to put out fires as they arise. But of course, endlessly reacting to problems without a second to breathe and prepare for the next is pretty exhausting. Dan Heath’s Upstream is his solution to breaking that cycle of reaction and starting to prevent problems before they start. 

This begins with knowing the psychological forces that cause it. For example, one force that Heath attributes as a large factor is “problem blindness” — when a problem becomes so persistent that you start to register it as “normal” and therefore stop “seeing” it (or, naturally, trying to fix it). Heath shows how to step up and bolster your defenses against such problems by using real-life cases of individual thinkers, businesses, and even whole institutions that overcame their own. Thankfully, the uniting factor among these case studies is simple: all they had to do was change their mindset.

5. The School of Life: An Emotional Education by Alain de Botton

Many of us spend over a decade in school and, regardless of academic success, emerge feeling like something is missing. Sure, you can do complex algebra or give me an in-depth analysis of the symbolism of triads in Shakespeare — but can you navigate a workplace? Can you endure failure? Do you understand yourself? Whether you’re about to graduate or have been done with high school for years, you’ve probably found yourself wondering these things. 

Aptly titled, The School of Life is Alain de Botton’s answer to questions like these — with the express aim of equipping people with the tools and self-knowledge to thrive in the modern world. From increasing your productivity at work to handling the dilemmas of interpersonal relationships, there’s a chapter for everything you need in The School of Life. This emotional education is sure to help you to develop resilience to life’s dilemmas and become a maven of emotional intelligence.

6. Noise: A Flaw in Human Judgement by Daniel Kahneman, Olivier Sibony, and Cass R. Sunstein

You may recognize authors Daniel Kahneman and Cass R. Sunstein from their respective bestsellers, Thinking, Fast and Slow and Nudge (or from a Reedsy Discovery post !). In a similar vein, Noise tackles the topic of variability in judgements and how we’re influenced by external factors. The overarching conclusion in Noise is that the majority of our decisions are unconsciously affected by the noise at different times and places.

The authors combine their scholarly expertise with additional research to deliver this in-depth guide outlining what we already know and their new theories about noise. For those interested in why we make decisions, this is one of the best psychology books to strengthen your understanding of the extraneous factors that can shape or bias decision-making, how to minimize those factors, and improve your thinking.

7. The Lucifer Effect: Understanding How Good People Turn Evil by Philip G. Zimbardo

The Lucifer Effect is Professor Philip Zimbardo’s first detailed account of his infamous Stanford Prison Experiment and the conclusions he took from it. The Stanford Prison Experiment was Zimbardo’s 1971 study looking into the effects of different situational factors on conformity by putting college student volunteers into a fake prison environment for -2 weeks. Without giving too much away, the experiment ran into some serious roadblocks that meant it had to be discontinued after only six days. (The controversy was such that there was even a mostly-accurate movie dramatization released in 2015!) 

Zimbardo’s thoughts on the experiment are interesting not only because he conducted it, but because he was a part of it, acting as the prison warden — which, needless to say, has serious ethical connotations. The following chapters discuss the study’s effect on the decades of subsequent research into psychological and social variables that cause “average” people to commit immoral acts — making it one of the most influential books on psychology you can pick up today. Most people with an interest in psychology might have an idea of the original experiment, but the research afterwards should definitely not be overlooked!

8. The Psychopath Test: A Journey Through the Madness Industry by Jon Ronson

Put simply, The Psychopath Test takes us through the modern-day mental health system, asking us to think more deeply about whom it labels “psychopathic”. Jon Ronson starts with a man who faked madness to escape a prison sentence, his method being to act charming, glib, and well-presented in contrast to other patients in the psychiatric hospital. Ronson takes these alleged tell-tale signs of psychopathy and applies them to people in other walks of life, making the startling discovery that psychopaths appear everywhere. 

This is where the doors to the so-called “industry of madness” are truly flung open. How many of our most influential CEOs, researchers, and world leaders are psychopaths? Can any good come of our newfound access to the best psychology books or theories if they facilitate diagnoses of strangers based on their “maddest” parts? If these questions interest you, pick up The Psychopath Test  and see what you think.

9. Games People Play: The Psychology of Human Relationships by Eric Berne

We’ve mostly talked about complex mental health issues so far in this post—but maybe you want to know about the psychology behind our most basic social interactions. If so, Eric Berne’s description of functional and dysfunctional social interactions in Games People Play will be right up your alley. Berne claims that we play “social games” all of the time, be that power games against authority, sexual games, marital games, or competitive games within friendships. 

Berne divulges the types of mind games that everyone can fall victim to indulging: in status contests, the game becomes a back and forth game of “I know better”, and couples are prone to playing mental games claiming each is holding the other back. Berne doesn’t just name these interactions, but he also exposes the meaning behind them as unconscious ploys and maneuvers that rule our lives. It’s these creatively poised insights that make this book on psychology an influential and striking bestseller.

10. The Body Keeps the Score: Mind, Brain and Body in the Transformation of Trauma by Bessel Van Der Kolk

Described as “the Bible of trauma” for struggling readers, The Body Keeps the Score is the culmination of Dr Bessel Van Der Kolk’s entire career. One of the world’s leading experts on traumatic stress, Van Der Kolk highlights the clear effects that trauma has on literally reshaping the body and brain. Drawing on his status as an active therapist, continually learning from what works for his patients best, Van Der Kolk delivers a wonderfully personal yet analytic approach to trauma recovery. Considering the frustrating physical effects of trauma related by his patients, Van Der Kolk suggests a fresh paradigm for treatment. 

The ideological heart of this method is to make it safe for trauma survivors to inhabit their own bodies by moving away from the “standard” combination of talking therapies or drug therapies and instead using a new approach that heals the mind, brain, and body. One size never fits all, but Van Der Kolk suggests that therapeutic interventions like neurofeedback, theater, meditation, play, or yoga may play a larger part than first thought in healing. The Body Keeps the Score provides a unique perspective on trauma and recovery relayed in a compassionate yet truthful voice, making it accessible to readers of all levels.

11. The Comfort Book by Matt Haig

Ever just really felt like you needed a hug? The Comfort Book answers that craving: it is a warm and personal hug in the form of a book — something even the best psychology books haven't focused on before. If you’re looking for a guide to self-love, contentment, and emotional strength, then Matt Haig’s reflections on the conflicting feelings that come with being alive are for you.

The essence of this book is that many of our best and clearest revelations are made when at our lowest — but we also shouldn’t have to figure everything out ourselves, especially when we’re suffering. Haig’s reflections are built on what he’s learned in hard times, with the hope that they can get you through similar situations. It’s a great comfort to know that you’re not the only one that’s dealt with something hard, and Haig understands that. Drawing on maxims, meditations, and inspirational lives of others, he aims to nurture your inner strength and deliver advice like a wise, commiserative old friend.

12. The Oracle of Night: The History and Science of Dreams by Sidarta Ribeiro

What really makes a dream, why do we have them, and how do they affect us? Sidarta Ribeiro takes these questions and uses them as a springboard for his completely fresh and enthralling study of dreams, tracing them all the way back to our ancient ancestors. It’s in the earliest cave paintings that Ribeiro finds the first traces of human dreams and begins unlocking revolutionary conclusions about the role of dreams in human evolution. 

Some will also know that contemporary neuroscience and psychology have uncovered many findings about dreams, such as their role in healing trauma or in consolidating what we learned in the day prior. The Oracle of Night then explains Ribeiro’s advancements on these topics: the role of dreaming in memory recall and transformation, and, startlingly, their oracular nature as confirmed by new research — making this a great book club book to ignite a conversation! Ribeiro combines his absolute authority on the topic with a clear, compelling writing style to make this book a page-turner from the first page to the last.

13. Everyday Vitality: Turning Stress into Strength by Samantha Boardman

Psychiatrist Samantha Boardman believes that an essential factor in healthy aging and overall well-being is a sense of vitality. Which is to say: knowing that you’re up to a task both physically and mentally. This belief is the jumping-off point for Everyday Vitality, a book full of strategies for cultivating vitality by focusing on improving a little every day, instead of reacting to fix what’s wrong as it arises. 

While vitality wellness is often associated with managing aging, Boardman posits that vitality can help all of us no matter our age. Whether you’re eighteen or eighty, you may recall times you’ve felt mentally exhausted from the constant barrage of media every day, or physically drained after a long day at a desk. Boardman explains three routes to better vitality for everyone: meaningfully connecting with others, taking on experiences that push your limits, and contributing to something beyond just you. If you want to cultivate your own wellness, why not pick up this book and discuss it with someone you love?

14. Survival of the Friendliest: Understanding Our Origins and Rediscovering Our Common Humanity by Brian Hare and Vanessa Woods

Humanity’s success as a species has developed in leaps and bounds during our relatively short time on Earth. Many people have hypothesized what might be the cause of these advancements: is it our strength, intellect, curiosity, or something else completely? Authors — and husband-and-wife duo — Brian Hare and Vanessa Woods believe in the latter, making the case in this book that humanity’s progression is actually because of our “friendliness”. 

Combining their respective expertise in cognitive neuroscience, research science, and journalism, Hare and Wood have come up with a theory about this evolutionary friendliness. The theory is elegantly termed “self-domestication” — a remarkable propensity to coordinate and communicate with others. Instead of coveting our individual successes, we often share them with others to help advance and protect each other. This capability, Hare and Wood argue, has allowed us to achieve the impressive cultural and technical marvels that we’ve culminated today. However, this friendliness may come at a cost: when threats to those we love become a target for our worst instincts, our evolutionary propensity for bond-making may be a double-edged sword.

15. Blink: The Power of Thinking Without Thinking by Malcolm Gladwell

In Blink, critically acclaimed author and journalist Malcolm Gladwell hopes to revolutionize your understanding of how you (and others) think. Why, for example, are some people exceptionally fast decision-makers, when others choke under pressure? Why does “following your gut” work perfectly for some, while others fall short? And do situational variables like our immediate surroundings affect our abilities to make these decisions?

Gladwell posits that a key factor towards people’s ability to make better decisions is “thin-slicing”: the unconscious ability to analyze patterns in scenarios based on brief flashes of experience, and come to a conclusion based on that knowledge. Gladwell draws on real-life examples to illustrate these ideas: from a psychologist who could predict whether a marriage would last from just a brief interaction with the couple, to antiquities experts who only need to glance at an object to tell it’s a fake. Put simply, Blink proves that the main difference between a good and a bad decision-maker is their mastery of “thin-slicing.” Can you learn to do it, too?

16. The Paradox of Choice: Why More Is Less by Barry Schwartz

Have you ever walked into a clothing store and found yourself overwhelmed by choices among different shirts, skirts, or jeans, all of which look eerily similar? Not to mention the stress of weaving through other shoppers, worrying about prices, and working out your size. Barry Schwartz believes that this abundance of choices to make “no longer liberates, but debilitates” shoppers with consumer anxiety. The solution? Eliminating consumer choices (within reason).

Of course, Schwartz acknowledges that autonomy and freedom of choice are still critical to our well-being. It’s just that, while modern Americans may technically have more choice than ever before, they are no longer benefiting from it psychologically. The Paradox of Choice neatly establishes the psychology behind why choice overload makes us suffer — constant comparison, opportunity hunting, and buyer’s remorse, for example — and how to avoid consumer anxiety in the first place.

17. Explaining Humans: What Science Can Teach Us about Life, Love and Relationships by Camilla Pang

Explaining Humans is an intriguing in-depth exploration of the complexities of human behavior, as explained by hard science. Diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) at an early age, author and scientist Dr Camilla Pang struggled to untangle the mess of the world around her — even asking her mother if she could find an instruction manual for humans. When she found that not even the best psychology books of the time provided such a manual, the only solution was to write her own. 

Backed up with copious amounts of scientific research and her own hard-won expertise, this book on psychology examines obscure social customs, what it means to be human in different cultures, and where proteins and molecular chemistry fit into all of this. What does it mean to understand someone? How do we recognize people’s motivations or expressions, and what dictates them to begin with? Whether this all feels foreign or far too familiar to you, Pang is sure to deliver some surprises.

18. Rationality: What It Is, Why It Seems Scarce, Why It Matters by Steven Pinker

The goal of Rationality is to make you more rational and help you understand why there is so much irrationality in the world. You may think that sounds pretty lofty, but try reading author and cognitive psychologist Steven Pinker’s analysis before making concrete judgements! 

Pinker rejects the cliché idea that humans are an irrational species — how could any species discover and achieve so much without being inherently rational? Despite this, we live in a dichotic age of rationality vs. intense irrationality. Pinker’s explanation is that humans tend to think within the context of the low-tech settings in which we spend the majority of our lives. As a result, we don’t take advantage of the tools that our best thinkers discovered previously: critical thinking, logic, probability, correlation vs. causation, and ways to update our beliefs individually are not a part of our education. Fortunately, you can find these tools (and analyses of the crippling effects of irrationality) presented clearly and with good humor in Rationality !

19. Rapport: The Four Ways to Read People by Emily and Laurence Alison

We’ve all had to interact with difficult people before, whether that’s an annoying customer, a high-maintenance friend, or even a demanding stranger on the train. But imagine you had to deal with some of the most difficult people possible, managing extremely high-stress interactions: criminal interrogations. These interactions are a specialty of forensic psychologists Emily and Laurence Alison: they advise and train police, security companies, and even secret services on how to maneuver interviews with dangerous suspects. 

After experiences over the past thirty years that the “average” person could only imagine, the author duo have developed a revolutionary model for interpersonal communication. According to them, every interaction follows one of four types: Control (the lion), Capitulate (the mouse), Confront (the Tyrannosaur) and Co-operate (the monkey). It might sound abstract now, but once you’ve been taken through these types in Rapport, you’ll understand why they’re so praised. Learn to understand and apply them to your own goals and you can shape any conversation at will.

20. Authentic Happiness: Using the New Positive Psychology to Realise Your Potential for Lasting Fulfilment by Martin E. P. Seligman

You may have heard of this entry after its launch in 2004 caused international debate over the nature of real happiness. Authentic Happiness was the starting point for the science of Positive Psychology and the discussion of happiness in a scientific way. 

According to Martin Seligman, happiness has less to do with factors such as genes or luck, and more to do with focusing on your internal strengths rather than weaknesses. This isn’t to say that situational factors based on your genes wouldn’t impact you, or that being lucky enough to win the lottery wouldn’t change your life. Seligman’s point is that maintaining a positive mindset and building on one’s strengths is the most dependable route to long-lived happiness. To that end, Seligman supplies exercises, brief tests, and interesting programs that will help you identify your virtues and use them most efficiently.

21. Emotional Intelligence: Why It Can Matter More Than IQ by Daniel Goleman

It’s no secret that a high IQ doesn’t automatically make a  person smart or good (not to mention the long-standing debate over the reliability and biases of IQ tests). That said, what actually makes a person smart or good? Daniel Goleman’s innovative analyses in Emotional Intelligence certainly brings us closer to understanding. This book breaks down human processes into “two minds”, the rational and the emotional, to detail how they together shape the ways that we move through the world. 

Goleman draws on contemporary cognitive and behavioral research to show the factors that make higher IQ flounder where those with average IQ excel. The factors that go into this disparity are: self-awareness, self-discipline, and empathy, and their presence adds up to a completely different manner of intelligence. Luckily, this kind of emotional intelligence can be developed and strengthened at every age to ultimately benefit our health, work, and relationships.

22. The Psychology of Pandemics: Preparing for the Next Global Outbreak of Infectious Disease by Steven Taylor

Published in October 2019, just before the COVID-19 pandemic, Steven Taylor’s book about the importance of psychology in curbing the spread of deadly pandemics — stating that, at the time, the next pandemic could be soon — turned out to be frighteningly prophetic. Taylor posits that, while vaccinations and behavioral methods are crucial for stemming infection rates, psychological elements are equally important.

The Psychology of Pandemics explains psychology’s role in nonadherence to vaccination and hygiene programs and in mental health as people cope with the threat and loss of life. Taylor talks through every reason why understanding psychology is essential to managing societal problems that go hand-in-hand with pandemics. You need only consult a few history books to see that the same problems recurr every time we face a pandemic. These problems range from excessive fear to maladaptive behaviours to the xenophobia that occurs when people feel threatened by infection. Sound familiar? If you want to understand why the COVID-19 pandemic unfolded in the way it did, this is definitely on the list of the best psychology books to try.

23. Human Givens : A New Approach to Emotional Health and Clear Thinking by Joe Griffin and Ivan Tyrrell

Feeling like something a little more laidback? Human Givens is a guide to emotional and physical health, as well as education, using the “human givens” approach. Authors Joe Griffin and Ivan Tyrrell chronicle what some call the best psychological insight of this age — that we are all born with innate knowledge patterns known as “human givens”. These givens are experienced as physical and emotional needs, and only when those needs are met can one reach their full mental and physical potential. 

Griffin and Tyrrell suggest that how your innate needs connect with the world can shape not just your own health and happiness, but that of your family and friends. Human Givens takes this idea and looks at what every person needs to flourish, as well as how to actively pursue those things. Of course, this isn’t all just speculation: Griffin and Tyrell back up their approach with new scientific findings and ideas about how the mind works — as well as how to use those ideas to overcome the anxieties of the modern world.

24. Obedience to Authority: An Experimental View by Stanley Milgram

The next book on our list is what some might call a psychology classic. Psychologist Stanley Milgram performed a series of famous experiments in the 1960s with the view to better understanding obedience to authority, after numerous war criminals on trial had claimed they were “just following orders”. 

The experiments were controversial at the time, because they involved volunteer subjects being instructed to administer what they thought were progressively more painful shocks to another human being — the aim of this was to see how far people would obey orders even when they knew them to be morally gray. Though Milgram’s experiment was criticized for being immoral itself, it has since been vindicated as a breakthrough in understanding both obedience and psychology as a whole. Obedience to Authority has long been thought of as one of the best psychology books, offering Milgram’s personal insight into his groundbreaking methods, theories, and post-experiment conclusions.

25. Consciousness and the Social Brain by Michael S. A. Graziano

The final entry on our list delves into one of the great mysteries of the human race: the brain. How are we conscious, what is consciousness, and how does the brain create it? Why do some people have more of a constant running internal monologue than others? These are the big questions that Michael S. A. Graziano aims to tackle in Consciousness and the Social Brain.

The human brain has evolved a vastly complicated circuitry which allows it to be socially intelligent — one function of which is to be aware of others socially, to understand when someone other than oneself is thinking or feeling. Graziano’s theory is that the brain’s internal machinery that allows it to be aware of others also allows self awareness. The crux is that human awareness is layers upon layers of information that the brain has gathered, processed, and rendered — a wholly physical phenomena in the same way that generating heat or electricity might be. This is, of course, a hotly debated topic, with many people believing that to reduce the brain to only physicality would be reductive. Regardless of what you believe, Graziano’s scientific journey is a thrill to the last page!

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Educational psychology books are an essential resource for educators, students, and parents alike. These books offer valuable insights into the learning process and provide practical strategies for improving academic achievement. Whether you are looking for guidance on how to motivate students, create effective lesson plans, or understand the role of cognitive development in learning, there is a book out there for you. Some popular titles in this field include "The Psychology of Learning and Motivation," "Teaching with the Brain in Mind," and "How Children Learn." These books are written by experts in the field and are based on years of research and practical experience. Whether you are a seasoned educator or just starting out, investing in educational psychology books can help you become a more effective teacher and improve student outcomes.

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Top 10 Educational Psychology Books

Thriving with adhd workbook for kids: 60 fun activities to help children self-regulate, focus, and succeed (health and wellness workbooks for kids).

The Thriving with ADHD Workbook for Kids is a great resource for parents looking for engaging activities to help their children manage and regulate their ADHD. This workbook is designed for children ages 7 to 12 and includes skill-building exercises and action-oriented learning to help kids reframe the way they think about ADHD. What sets this book apart is its strength-based approach, which helps kids see their ADHD as a special asset rather than a hindrance. Overall, this practical workbook is a must-have for parents, teachers, and counselors of children with ADHD.

Visible Learning: The Sequel

Visible Learning: The Sequel by John Hattie is an essential read for anyone involved in education. The original book was a publishing sensation, and this sequel builds upon its success. Hattie's model of teaching and learning is based on evidence of impact, and this book highlights the major story, taking in the big picture to reflect on the implementation of Visible Learning in schools. It asks crucial questions and covers various areas, including the evidence base and reactions to Visible Learning, intentional alignment of learning and teaching strategies, and the impact of technology. This book is a must-read for researchers, teachers, students, school leaders, teacher trainers, or policy makers.

Outsmart Your Brain: Why Learning is Hard and How You Can Make It Easy

Outsmart Your Brain is a comprehensive guide to understanding how the brain learns and how to study more efficiently. Dan Willingham, a professor of psychology and bestselling author, provides clear and specific strategies while explaining why traditional study processes do not work. This book is perfect for anyone looking to improve their grades or simply understand the power of their own brain. It is highly informative and inspiring, making it a must-read for students of any age. Overall, Outsmart Your Brain is a charming and practical book that should be required reading for any college student or professional looking to improve their learning abilities.

Make It Stick: The Science of Successful Learning

Make It Stick: The Science of Successful Learning is a book that challenges commonly held beliefs about how we learn. By drawing on recent discoveries in cognitive psychology, the authors provide concrete techniques for becoming more productive learners. The book emphasizes the importance of memory in our ability to carry out complex cognitive tasks and offers insights into how memory is encoded, consolidated, and later retrieved. Through stories about people who have achieved mastery of complex knowledge and skills, the authors illustrate their arguments about how successful learning occurs. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the challenge of lifelong learning and self-improvement.

Teach Yourself How to Learn: Strategies You Can Use to Ace Any Course at Any Level

The book "Teach Yourself How to Learn" by Saundra McGuire is a practical guide that helps students to improve their learning skills and achieve academic success. The author explains the differences between college and secondary school expectations and introduces the concept of metacognition, which is essential for understanding oneself as a learner. The book offers highly specific learning strategies, such as how to read a textbook, manage time, and take tests. With engaging exercises and thought-provoking reflections, this book is an ideal motivational and practical text for study skills and first-year experience courses. Overall, this book is an excellent resource for any student who wants to become a successful learner.

Speed Reading: Learn to Read a 200+ Page Book in 1 Hour (Mental Performance)

The book "Speed Reading: Learn to Read a 200+ Page Book in 1 Hour (Mental Performance)" has been the #1 Speed Reading Book on Amazon for four consecutive years. It offers a unique approach that taps into the brain and eyes' natural ability to read more words in a shorter time, helping readers double or even triple their reading speed in minutes. The book is not just about skimming and scanning, but it presents simple tips to accelerate reading, understanding, and memory, making it an essential read for students, teachers, professionals, and anyone who wants to improve their reading skills. The book is well-supported by research and offers detailed instructions and explanations. Overall, this book is an excellent resource for anyone looking to improve their reading speed and comprehension.

Permission to Feel

Permission to Feel by Marc Brackett is a must-read for anyone interested in improving their emotional well-being and that of their children. Brackett, a professor at Yale University, shares his effective plan for understanding and using emotions to enhance success and well-being. The RULER system, developed by Brackett, has already transformed thousands of schools, reducing stress and burnout and improving academic achievement. This book combines passion, inspiration, rigor, and science to offer readers a tested and effective approach to emotional intelligence. Highly recommended for anyone seeking to improve their emotional health.

Groups: Process and Practice

Groups: Process and Practice is a practical guide to blending theory with practice in group counseling. Written by Marianne, Gerald, and Cindy Corey, this book provides up-to-date examples, guidelines, and insights to help group leaders apply key concepts of the group process to various groups. The book includes activities that encourage active learning, making clinical applications come to life. The MindTap online learning experience, which includes videos of group counseling sessions, further prepares readers for professional practice. This book is an excellent resource for anyone interested in group counseling and therapy.

Academic Conversations: Classroom Talk that Fosters Critical Thinking and Content Understandings

Academic Conversations: Classroom Talk that Fosters Critical Thinking and Content Understandings by Jeff Zwiers and Marie Crawford is an insightful book that addresses the challenges of bringing productive academic conversations into the classroom. The authors identify five core communication skills needed to help students engage in academic conversations across different content areas. This book provides practical activities for each conversation skill and how to use conversations to teach and assess. It also emphasizes the importance of creating an academic environment that fosters respect for others' ideas, equity of voice, engagement, and mutual support. Overall, this book is a valuable resource for teachers who want to help students develop critical thinking and communication skills.

The Self-Driven Child: The Science and Sense of Giving Your Kids More Control Over Their Lives

The Self-Driven Child by William Stixrud and Ned Johnson is a groundbreaking book that offers a combination of cutting-edge brain science, the latest discoveries in behavioral therapy, and case studies to help parents set their child on the road to success. The authors discovered that the best way to combat stress is by giving kids more control over their lives. The book provides practical advice for parents to help their children become self-driven individuals while still maintaining their authority. This book is a must-read for parents who want to help their children develop resilience and imagination to tackle the road ahead.

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The primary focus of educational psychology is the study of how people learn. This includes exploring the instructional processes, studying individual differences in how people learn, and developing teaching methods to help people learn more effectively.

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Johann Herbart (1776–1841) is considered the father of educational psychology. He believed that learning was influenced by interest in the subject and the teacher.

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Educational psychologists also work in various applied roles, such as consulting on curriculum design; evaluating educational programs at schools or training sites; and offering teachers the best instructional methods for a subject area, grade level, or population, be it mainstream students, those with disabilities, or ...

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Ivan Pavlov was a Russian physiologist best known in psychology for his discovery of classical conditioning. During his studies on the digestive systems of dogs, Pavlov noted that the animals salivated naturally upon the presentation of food.

However, he also noted that the animals began to salivate whenever they saw the white lab coat of an experimental assistant. It was through this observation that Pavlov discovered that by associating the presentation of food with the lab assistant, a conditioned response occurred. Pavlov was also able to demonstrate classical conditioning in his subjects by associating food with sound of a tone.

Learn more about Ivan Pavlov and his contributions to the field of psychology.

Pavlov discovered classical conditioning in the 1890s and published his results in 1897. The discovery had a reverberating influence on psychology. Pavlov's discovery had a major influence on other thinkers including John B. Watson and contributed significantly to the development of the school of thought known as behaviorism.

Take a closer look at Ivan Pavlov's life and career in this brief biography.

Ivan Pavlov is best known for:

• Classical conditioning
• Research on physiology and digestion
• 1904 Nobel Prize in Physiology

Ivan Petrovich Pavlov was born on September 14, 1849, in the village of Ryazan, Russia, where his father was the village priest. His earliest studies were focused on theology, but reading Charles Darwin's On the Origin of the Species had a powerful influence on his future interests.

He soon abandoned his religious studies and devoted himself to the study of science. In 1870, he began studying the natural sciences at St. Petersburg University.

Pavlov's primary interests were the study of physiology and natural sciences. He was a founder of the Russian Physiological Society and also served as its first president, a position he held for 19 years.  

"Science demands from a man all his life. If you had two lives that would not be enough for you. Be passionate in your work and in your searching, "  Pavlov once suggested.

So, how did his work in physiology lead to his discovery of classical conditioning?

Ivan Pavlov's Discovery of Classical Conditioning

While researching the digestive function of dogs, he noted his subjects would salivate when they saw the person who was delivering food. In a series of well-known experiments , he presented a variety of stimuli before the presentation of food, eventually finding that, after repeated association, a dog would salivate to the presence of a stimulus other than food.

Pavlov termed this response a conditional reflex . Pavlov also discovered that these reflexes originate in the cerebral cortex of the brain.

Pavlov received considerable acclaim for his work, including a 1901 appointment to the Russian Academy of Sciences and the 1904 Nobel Prize in Physiology. The Soviet government also offered substantial support for Pavlov's work, and the Soviet Union soon became a leading center of physiology research.

He died on February 27, 1936.

Ivan Pavlov's Contributions to Psychology

Many outside of psychology may be surprised to learn that Pavlov was not a psychologist at all. Not only was he not a psychologist; he reportedly was skeptical of the emerging field of psychology altogether.

However, his work had a major influence on the field, particularly on the development of behaviorism . His discovery and research on reflexes influenced the growing behaviorist movement, and his work was often cited in John B. Watson's writings.

Other researchers utilized Pavlov's work in the study of conditioning as a form of learning. His research also demonstrated techniques of studying reactions to the environment in an objective scientific method.

One of Pavlov's earliest publications was his 1897 text The Work of the Digestive Glands , which centered on his physiology research.

Later works that focused on his discovery of classical conditioning include his 1927 book Conditioned Reflexes: An Investigation of the Physiological Activity of the Cerebral Cortex and Lectures on Conditioned Reflexes: Twenty-five Years of Objective Study of the High Nervous Activity (Behavior) of Animals which was published one year later.

A Word From Verywell

Ivan Pavlov may not have set out to change the face of psychology, but his work had a profound and lasting influence on the science of the mind and behavior. His discovery of classical conditioning helped establish the school of thought known as behaviorism.

Thanks to the work of behavioral thinkers such as Watson and Skinner, behaviorism rose to be a dominant force within psychology during the first half of the twentieth century. 

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Introduction to Psychology Quiz Questions and Answers

How do you feel about the book’s emphasis on the interconnectedness of the physical, mental, and moral aspects of human behavior?

• I think it’s an important reminder that we need to consider all aspects of a person.
• It’s a bit overwhelming to think about all of those factors at once.
• I’m not sure how morality plays into psychology.
• It makes sense to me, as all of those things are interconnected.

What’s your favorite anecdote from the book and why?

• Erasmus’s observations about children scribbling because it emphasizes the value of natural learning.
• The Child’s Confusion Between “Ills” and “Hills” because it reminds me to be mindful of misunderstandings.
• The “Watering” Mouth at the Thought of Food because it provides a clear example of conditioned reflexes.
• The Horse that Stops only when the Reins are Slack because it highlights the importance of considering individual behavioral variations.

What makes you nervous about applying psychological principles in real-life teaching situations?

• I’m not sure I have enough experience.
• It feels like a big responsibility to try to understand and address students’ psychological needs.
• I’m worried about making mistakes that could negatively impact my students.

How prepared do you feel to recognize and address potential misunderstandings in students’ interpretations, as highlighted by the anecdote about the child confusing “ills” and “hills”?

• I feel prepared to recognize and address these types of misunderstandings.
• I need to learn more about how to identify and clarify these issues for my students.
• I’m confident in my ability to communicate clearly with my students.

What happens if a student’s behavior doesn’t seem to align with any of the psychological principles outlined in the book?

• It’s important to remember that every student is unique and may not fit neatly into pre-defined categories.
• Consult with colleagues or seek guidance from more experienced educators to gain new perspectives.
• Consider factors beyond the classroom that might be influencing the student’s behavior.

What do you think you need to develop a more personalized and inclusive approach to education, as advocated by the book?

• A deeper understanding of individual learning styles and needs.
• More experience in adapting teaching methods to diverse learners.
• Greater awareness of my own biases and how they might influence my interactions with students.

How often do you reflect on your teaching methods and their impact on student learning and well-being?

• I regularly reflect on my teaching and make adjustments.
• I tend to reflect more at the end of each term or school year.
• I’m always looking for ways to improve, so I reflect pretty often.

How confident are you in your ability to identify and address potential sensory deficits in your students, as emphasized in the book?

• I am confident in my ability to notice signs of sensory deficits and seek appropriate support for my students.
• I need more training to feel comfortable recognizing and addressing these issues effectively.
• I believe that early identification and intervention are crucial for students with sensory deficits.

How do you handle the pressure of balancing a scientific approach to education with the need for empathy and understanding towards individual students?

• It’s a balancing act that takes practice.
• It’s essential to remember that students are individuals.
• I strive to use data and observation to inform my teaching.

Do you have a support system in place, such as a mentor or colleagues, to help you navigate the complexities of applying psychological principles in your teaching?

• Yes, I have a strong support system to help me.
• I am still working on building a supportive network.
• I prefer to figure things out on my own.

What makes you most frustrated about the challenges of understanding and addressing untruthfulness in children, as discussed in the book?

• It’s frustrating that children may not always understand the concept of truth.
• It can be challenging to discern between intentional deception and developmental misunderstandings.
• Addressing untruthfulness requires patience and understanding.

Which of the following is most accurate when it comes to your understanding of the conflict between structural and functional psychology?

• I have a clear grasp of the key differences between these schools of thought.
• I need further clarification on the nuances of this debate.
• I find the functional or dynamic view more compelling.

What is your current biggest challenge when it comes to incorporating the principles outlined in the book into your teaching?

• Time constraints make it difficult to implement everything effectively.
• Balancing individual student needs with the demands of the curriculum.
• Managing classroom behavior while fostering a positive learning environment.

What’s the first thing that comes to mind when you encounter a student exhibiting signs of restlessness or inattentiveness in class?

• What could be causing this behavior in the student’s life?
• Is this a typical pattern or a new development?
• Are there any environmental factors that could be contributing?

How do you handle situations where a student’s home environment or personal circumstances seem to be negatively impacting their learning or behavior?

• Create a safe and supportive classroom environment where students feel comfortable.
• Communicate with parents or guardians to better understand the student’s situation.
• Collaborate with school counselors or social workers.

How would you describe your current relationship to the field of psychology and its applications in education?

• I am fascinated by psychology and eager to continue learning.
• I see psychology as an essential tool for effective teaching.
• I am still developing my understanding of psychology.

Are you stuck in a pattern of approaching student behavior from a purely disciplinary perspective, or are you actively working towards a more nuanced understanding?

• I am making a conscious effort to understand the reasons behind behavior.
• I believe in setting clear boundaries and consequences for actions.
• I recognize the importance of addressing the root causes of behavior.

What would you say are your top struggles right now in terms of creating a classroom environment that effectively addresses the diverse needs of your students?

• Differentiating instruction to meet the needs of all learners.
• Managing classroom behavior and maintaining a positive learning environment.
• Addressing the social and emotional needs of students.

What is your ultimate goal as an educator, particularly in the context of the book’s emphasis on understanding and nurturing the whole child?

• Help my students develop academically, socially, and emotionally.
• Create a learning environment where all students feel supported and valued.
• Instill a lifelong love of learning.

What do you think is missing in your current approach to teaching that might help you better address the social, emotional, and behavioral needs of your students?

• Stronger classroom management skills to create a more positive environment.
• More knowledge of child development to better understand my students’ needs.
• Better communication skills to effectively collaborate with parents, colleagues, and administrators.

What is your current level of expertise in applying the principles of conditioned reflexes, as described in the book, to shape positive behaviors in your classroom?

• I have successfully used positive reinforcement.
• I need more practice applying these principles consistently.

A student is consistently disruptive in class, often talking out of turn and distracting others. How do you respond, considering the book’s emphasis on understanding the root causes of behavior?

• Speak to the student privately to understand the reasons behind their behavior.
• Observe the student in different contexts to see if there are any patterns.
• Collaborate with the student to find solutions that address their needs.

What word best describes how you typically feel when faced with challenging student behavior: overwhelmed, curious, or determined?

• Overwhelmed

Which of the following do you notice yourself worrying about on a day-to-day basis as a teacher: Meeting the needs of all students, Effectively managing classroom time, Maintaining a positive classroom environment?

• Meeting the needs of all students
• Maintaining a positive classroom environment
• Effectively managing classroom time

How confident and prepared do you feel in your ability to create a classroom environment that is both stimulating and supportive for all learners?

• Very confident
• Somewhat confident
• I have room for improvement

How well do you balance the demands of the curriculum with the individual learning needs of your students?

• I am constantly striving for balance
• It’s a constant challenge
• I am always learning new strategies

How connected do you feel to the historical development of psychology and its relevance to your role as a teacher?

• Very connected
• Somewhat connected
• I am still making the connection

Which of the following is most likely to frustrate you in a classroom setting?

• Students not following instructions.
• A lack of engagement.
• Feeling like I’m not reaching all my students.

What is the trickiest part about creating and implementing effective lesson plans that align with the principles outlined in the book?

• Finding time for lesson planning.
• Balancing creativity with curriculum requirements.
• Differentiating instruction.

Do you find it more challenging to motivate students or manage their behavior?

• Motivating students
• Managing their behavior

How do you determine your students’ understanding of the material each day?

• I use a variety of formative assessments.
• I observe their engagement.
• I rely on their performance on homework and tests.

Are your students consistently achieving their assigned learning goals?

• For the most part
• Some are, some aren’t
• Not as much as I’d like

How do you manage the emotional climate of your classroom, ensuring it remains a positive and supportive space for learning?

• I prioritize building relationships with my students.
• I establish clear expectations.
• I use a variety of strategies.

What’s your go-to resource when you need inspiration or guidance on how to better understand and connect with your students?

• Professional development books
• Online forums

What aspect of child development do you most want to dive deep on to further enhance your teaching practices?

• Social and emotional development
• Cognitive development
• Language development

What’s your favorite memory from your own education that has shaped your approach to teaching?

• Having a teacher who believed in me.
• A particularly engaging lesson.
• Feeling supported.

What educational causes are you most passionate about, particularly those that align with the book’s message of understanding and nurturing the whole child?

• Equity in education
• Social and emotional learning
• Providing opportunities for all students to succeed.

What is your absolute favorite way to celebrate student success, both big and small, in a way that reinforces their effort and growth?

• Positive feedback
• Public acknowledgment
• Small rewards

How would your friends and family describe your approach to teaching, particularly in the context of the book’s emphasis on empathy and understanding?

• Patient and understanding

Tell us a little about your philosophy of education and how it’s evolved since reading the book.

• I believe in creating a supportive and stimulating environment.
• I’m more mindful of the psychological factors.

If you could choose any one characteristic to instill in all of your students, which one would you choose and why?

What’s the first thing that comes to mind when you reflect on a particularly challenging day in the classroom?

• Tomorrow is a new day.
• I learn from my mistakes.
• I am making a difference.

What affects you the most – positive feedback from students, academic progress, or seeing personal growth?

• Seeing personal growth in my students
• Academic progress

What’s your idea of the perfect classroom environment – structured, student-centered, or a blend of both?

• A blend of both
• Student-centered

What is your strongest quality as a teacher, particularly in the context of understanding and responding to student behavior?

• Observation skills

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1. St. Petersburg State University

2. Peter the Great St.Petersburg Polytechnic University

3. ITMO University

4. Saint Petersburg State Electrotechnical University

5. Pavlov First Saint Petersburg State Medical University

6. Saint-Petersburg Mining University

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8. Herzen State Pedagogical University of Russia

9. St. Petersburg State University of Economics

10. Bonch-Bruevich St. Petersburg State University of Telecommunications

11. Saint Petersburg State Pediatric Medical Academy

12. St. Petersburg State University of Architecture and Civil Engineering

13. Saint Petersburg State Institute of Technology

14. European University at St. Petersburg

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26. St. Petersburg State University for Culture and Arts

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30. St. Petersburg University of Management Technologies and Economics

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