PSYC 5123 Educational Psychology Lecture 1 2023-2024 PDF

PSYC 5123 Educational Psychology 2023-2024 Term 2 Lecture 1 January 11, 2024 Agenda Self-Introduction Review Course Outline Introduction to Educational Psychology Some Current Educational Initiatives that Have Roots in Psychology Next Week Self-Introduction J Name Where are you from? If you would li...

PSYC 5123 Educational Psychology 2023-2024 Term 2 Lecture 1 January 11, 2024 Agenda Self-Introduction Review Course Outline Introduction to Educational Psychology Some Current Educational Initiatives that Have Roots in Psychology Next Week Self-Introduction J Name Where are you from? If you would like to share, please tell us about your work experience. What is your concentration in psychology? Which topics in educational psychology interest you and why? What are your expectations for this course? What are your hobbies, interests, or any interesting aspects about yourself that you would like to share with us? Review Course Outline Introduction to Educational Psychology Definition of Educational Psychology Educational psychology is about applying psychological theories, ideas, and methods to education and to understandings of teaching and learning, both in the classroom and beyond. Educational psychology as an interdisciplinary field is a theoretical and research branch of psychology that is concerned with the learning processes and psychological problems and challenges associated with the education of learners. Educational psychology is both an academic discipline and an area of professional training. https://www.apa.org/pubs/books/4311503?tab=2 The Structure of Our Textbook Pause and Think Due to the fact that almost all of the authors of our textbook are from the UK, their discussion of the history of educational psychology was primarily from their perspectives. In our context or from your background, what do you think the relationship is between the current educational system and students’ psychology in education (e.g., elementary school, middle school, high school, university)? Bronfenbrenner Ecological Theory The environment was linked to development Five interrelated systems Chapter 6 - Social and Emotional Development Microsystem: Immediate environment (family, peers, teachers) directly impacting development. Mesosystem: Connections between microsystems (e.g., home-school relationship) influencing educational experiences. Exosystem: External settings (policies, community resources) indirectly shaping educational opportunities. Macrosystem: Broader cultural and social values impacting the overall educational context. Chronosystem: Influence of time and history on educational practices and experiences. Pause and Think As a learner, how do you understand your learning and personal development by thinking about this ecological map? Which level influences you the most? Developments in Educational Psychology From behaviorism to cognitive Internet Special education Online (COVID-19) Artificial Intelligence Evidence-Based Practice (EBP) The Role of Educational Psychologists Understanding of cognitive development and of the range and variety factors involved in learning, including social and emotional factors that are central to learning. Forge links between academic psychology and the practice of education. Hybrid role of Scientists and Practitioner. EBP as Implementation Science The application and integration of research evidence into practice and policy. Some Current Educational Initiatives that Have Roots in Psychology Fipped Learning Reverses traditional classroom activities Promotes self-paced learning Uses multimedia resources for content delivery Collaborative Learning Encourages small group work Develops teamwork and problem-solving skills Fosters active engagement and diverse perspectives Problem-Based Learning (PBL) Focuses on real-world problemsolving Engages students in active inquiry and collaboration Promotes critical thinking and transferable skills Active Learning Shifts from passive listening to active participation Involves strategies like discussions and hands-on activities Enhances motivation and deeper understanding Blended Learning Combines face-to-face instruction with online components Offers flexibility in time and place of learning Utilizes technology for content delivery and personalized experiences Next Week Psychological Approaches and Research Methods in Educational Psychology