Cognitive Psychology and Instruction

Name: Cognitive Psychology and Instruction
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ISBN: 9780130947949

ISBN-10: 0130947946

ISBN-13: 9780130947949

Edition: 4th 2004 (Revised)

Authors: Roger H. Bruning, Monica M. Norby, Royce R. Ronning, Gregg J. Schraw

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Solidly rooted in current cognitive psychology and motivation research, this book applies the findings of such research directly to classroom teaching and students' learning. Discernable throughout the book is the authors' belief that a solid understanding of the cognitive psychology perspective enhances a teacher's ability to understand educational goals, educational processes, and the overall educational system. After an introduction to the basic principles of cognitive psychology and its position in education, the book explains cognitive processes, explores the importance of beliefs and motivations in the process of cognition, and, finally, examines the ways cognitive psychology informs…

Book details

List price: $95.13
Edition: 4th
Copyright year: 2004
Publisher: Prentice Hall PTR
Publication date: 7/7/2003
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 448
Size: 7.50" wide x 9.00" long x 0.75" tall
Weight: 1.540
Language: English




Introduction to Cognitive Psychology



Information Processing Theory



Sensory, Short-Term, and Working Memory



Long-Term Memory: Structures and Models



Encoding Processes



Retrieval Processes



Beliefs and Cognition



Beliefs about Self



Beliefs about Intelligence and Knowledge



Fostering Cognitive Growth



Problem Solving and Critical Thinking



Classroom Contexts for Cognitive Growth



Technological Contexts for Cognitive Growth



Cognition in the Classroom



Learning to Read



Reading to Learn



Writing



Cognitive Approaches to Mathematics



Cognitive Approaches to Science


Glossary


References


Name Index


Subject Index