Innovations in educational psychology : perspectives on learning, teaching, and human development

Over the past 20 years, the amount of psychological research on teaching and learning has grown exponentially. A new emphasis on neuroscience, cognitive science, and the emotional and social aspects of learning are changing the state of education and driving school reform. This book presents an up-to-the-moment review of research in educational psychology and applied cognitive science. Leading researchers in the field provide insights on contemporary discoveries that are novel and forward-thinking in the Learning Sciences today. This book examines the role of science in education. It presents the newest research and practice in the learning sciences fields. The authors and editors are the leading voices in their fields.