Psychology of Education Module 1 PDF

PSYCHOLOGY OF EDUCATION Instructor: Bela Khan Copyright © 2017, 2014, 2011 by Pearson Education, Inc. All Rights Reserved International Open University ©  Introduction Introduction Your instructor Educational Psychology, 9t...

PSYCHOLOGY OF EDUCATION Instructor: Bela Khan Copyright © 2017, 2014, 2011 by Pearson Education, Inc. All Rights Reserved International Open University ©  Introduction Introduction Your instructor Educational Psychology, 9th Edition Copyright © 2017, 2014, 2011 by Pearson Education, Inc. International Open University ©  Overview 30 Modules Test – MCQ-based Mid Term Exams Final Term Exams Assignment International Open University ©  Course Syllabus Available in the course syllabus section on the website Educational Psychology, 9th Edition International Open University ©  Hadith The Prophet of Allah (‫ )ﷺ‬said: If anyone pursues a path in knowledge, Allah will thereby make easy for him a path to the Paradise. Sunan Abu-Dawud International Open University ©  Some tips.. Start with the name of Allah and make dua Set intention Concentrate for 20-25 minutes Close all tabs Turn off notifications Break (Water, deep breathing) Take notes International Open University © Nature of Educational Psychology Psychology of Education Module 1 International Open University ©  Module 1 - Outline Meaning of Psychology Educational psychology (Definition) Relationship of Educational Psychology with other disciplines Educational Psychology (Nature & Scope) Importance of Educational Psychology to the teacher International Open University ©  Psychology According to American Psychological Association, Psychology is the scientific study of the mind and behavior. Psychology is a multifaceted discipline and includes many sub-fields of study such as education, human development, health, clinical, social behavior and cognitive processes. International Open University ©  Introduction Educational Psychology Definition Educational Psychology is a branch of psychology concerned with human learning. It is a branch of applied psychology. Educational Psychology is an attempt to apply the knowledge of Psychology to the field of Education. International Open University ©  Different definitions of Educational Psychology 1 “Educational Psychology, describes and explains the learning experiences of an individual from birth through old age”. - Crow and Crow 2. “Educational Psychology is the application of the findings and theories of Psychology in the field of education” - Kolesnik, Waller B. 3. “Educational Psychology is the science of Education.” - Peel, E.A. International Open University ©  Different definitions of Educational Psychology 5. “Educational Psychology is a systematic study of educational growth.” Stephan, J.M. 6. “Educational Psychology may be defined as the science which describes and explains the changes that take place in individuals as they pass through various stages of development from birth to maturity” - Judd, C.H. International Open University ©  Educational Psychology The study of learning processes, both from cognitive and behavioral perspectives, allows researchers to understand individual differences in intelligences, cognition, affect, motivation, self regulation and self concept and their roles in learning. The field of education psychology largely relies on quantitative methods including testing and measurement, to enhance educational activities International Open University ©  Relationship of Educational Psychology with other disciplines Educational psychology can in part be understood through its relationship with other disciplines. It is informed primarily by psychology, bearing a relationship to that discipline analogous to the relationship between medicine and biology. It is also informed by neuroscience. International Open University ©  Relationship of Educational Psychology with other disciplines Educational psychology, in turn, informs a wide range of specialties within educational studies, including instructional design, educational technology, curriculum development, organizational learning, special education, classroom management, and student motivation. Educational psychology both draws from and contributes to cognitive science and the learning sciences. International Open University ©  Nature of Educational Psychology 1. Educational Psychology is a science. 2. Educational Psychology is a natural science. 3. Educational Psychology is a social science. 4. Educational Psychology is a positive science. 5. Educational Psychology is an applied science. 6. Educational Psychology is a developing or growing science. International Open University ©  Educational Psychology as a Science 1. Laws of educational psychology are universal 2. Scientific methods 3. Constant search of the truth 4. Reliability 5. Developing positive science International Open University ©  Scope of Educational Psychology The learner The learning process The learning situation/environment The learning experience The teacher International Open University ©  Objectives of Educational Psychology 1. To provide a body of facts and methods which can be used in solving teaching problems. 2. To develop a scientific and problem-solving attitude. 3. To train in thinking psychologically about educational problems. International Open University ©  Importance of Educational Psychology to the Teacher 1- To understand various teaching and learning areas 1.1- Understand and appreciate individual differences 1.2- Understand the classroom environment 1.3- Understand and implement variety of teaching methods 1.4- Be equipped to develop curriculum 1.5- Understand the mental health of students 1.6- Be able to guide the students 1.7- Be able to measure learning outcomes International Open University ©  Importance of Educational Psychology to the Teacher 2 - Application of these principles in various settings 2.1 - Use of Audio-Visual aids in teaching 2.2 – Encouraging co-curricular activities 2.3- Time table preparation International Open University ©  End of Module 1 Before starting the next Module Review Module 1 PowerPoint Revise your notes Take module test International Open University ©