10 Questions
Educational Psychology uses methods that are unique and cannot be replicated by others.
False
Educational Psychology has no connections to other branches of psychology.
False
The main aim of Educational Psychology is to complicate the learning process.
False
Educational Psychology is not concerned with real problems encountered in the process of learning.
False
The scope of Educational Psychology does not cover Human Growth and Development.
False
Educational Psychology is primarily concerned with the learning process and how different types of materials are learnt.
True
The single most important factor in a teacher's effectiveness, according to research evidence, is their expertise in the subject matter they teach.
False
Educational Psychology does not address how to transfer knowledge acquired in school to life outside school.
False
Psychological Measurement in educational psychology focuses on measuring physical characteristics on which individuals differ, such as height and weight.
False
Educational Psychologists are not concerned with implementing research findings and techniques in the classroom setting.
False
Study Notes
Misconceptions about Educational Psychology
- Educational Psychology does not use unique and non-replicable methods.
- Educational Psychology is connected to other branches of psychology.
- The main aim of Educational Psychology is not to complicate the learning process.
- Educational Psychology is concerned with real problems encountered in the process of learning.
- The scope of Educational Psychology covers Human Growth and Development.
Key Concepts in Educational Psychology
- Educational Psychology is primarily concerned with the learning process and how different types of materials are learnt.
- The single most important factor in a teacher's effectiveness is their expertise in the subject matter they teach.
Limitations of Educational Psychology
- Educational Psychology does not address how to transfer knowledge acquired in school to life outside school.
Psychological Measurement
- Psychological Measurement in educational psychology does not focus on measuring physical characteristics on which individuals differ, such as height and weight.
Role of Educational Psychologists
- Educational Psychologists are concerned with implementing research findings and techniques in the classroom setting.
Explore the specific characteristics of Educational Psychology as a science, a branch of psychology, and an applied area of study. Learn about its methods, links with other branches of psychology, and practical problem-solving approach.
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