EDUCATIONAL PSYCHOLOGY STUDY NOTES
Comprehensive Study Guide
CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION TO EDUCATIONAL PSYCHOLOGY
Definition of Educational Psychology
Educational Psychology is the branch of psychology that studies how people learn and how
teaching can be improved to enhance learning outcomes.
According to Edward Thorndike, educational psychology applies psychological principles to
teaching and learning.
Other Definitions
• The scientific study of human behavior in educational settings.
• The application of psychological theories and principles to classroom situations.
• The study of learners, learning processes, and teaching methods.
Nature of Educational Psychology
Educational psychology is:
1. Scientific
2. Practical
3. Dynamic
4. Learner-centered
5. Research-based
6. Problem-solving oriented
Scope of Educational Psychology
Educational psychology covers:
• Learning processes
• Human growth and development
• Intelligence
• Motivation
, • Personality
• Classroom management
• Guidance and counseling
• Assessment and evaluation
• Individual differences
Importance of Educational Psychology
It helps teachers to:
1. Understand learners.
2. Improve teaching methods.
3. Manage classrooms effectively.
4. Motivate students.
5. Identify learning difficulties.
6. Promote positive behavior.
7. Evaluate learning outcomes.
CHAPTER 2: KEY TERMS AND DEFINITIONS
Educational Psychology Terms
Learning
A relatively permanent change in behavior resulting from experience and practice.
Teaching
The process of facilitating learning through instruction and guidance.
Development
Progressive changes in physical, cognitive, emotional, and social aspects of a person.
Growth
Increase in size, height, weight, and body structure.
Intelligence
, The ability to learn, reason, solve problems, and adapt to the environment.
Motivation
Internal or external forces that stimulate behavior toward achieving goals.
Personality
The unique characteristics and behavior patterns that distinguish one person from another.
Perception
The process of interpreting sensory information.
Cognition
Mental processes involved in thinking, memory, learning, and problem-solving.
Reinforcement
Anything that strengthens a behavior.
Punishment
A consequence that reduces undesirable behavior.
Memory
The ability to store and retrieve information.
Attention
The ability to focus on specific stimuli.
Transfer of Learning
Application of knowledge gained in one situation to another.
Assessment
The process of collecting information about learner achievement.
Evaluation
Comprehensive Study Guide
CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION TO EDUCATIONAL PSYCHOLOGY
Definition of Educational Psychology
Educational Psychology is the branch of psychology that studies how people learn and how
teaching can be improved to enhance learning outcomes.
According to Edward Thorndike, educational psychology applies psychological principles to
teaching and learning.
Other Definitions
• The scientific study of human behavior in educational settings.
• The application of psychological theories and principles to classroom situations.
• The study of learners, learning processes, and teaching methods.
Nature of Educational Psychology
Educational psychology is:
1. Scientific
2. Practical
3. Dynamic
4. Learner-centered
5. Research-based
6. Problem-solving oriented
Scope of Educational Psychology
Educational psychology covers:
• Learning processes
• Human growth and development
• Intelligence
• Motivation
, • Personality
• Classroom management
• Guidance and counseling
• Assessment and evaluation
• Individual differences
Importance of Educational Psychology
It helps teachers to:
1. Understand learners.
2. Improve teaching methods.
3. Manage classrooms effectively.
4. Motivate students.
5. Identify learning difficulties.
6. Promote positive behavior.
7. Evaluate learning outcomes.
CHAPTER 2: KEY TERMS AND DEFINITIONS
Educational Psychology Terms
Learning
A relatively permanent change in behavior resulting from experience and practice.
Teaching
The process of facilitating learning through instruction and guidance.
Development
Progressive changes in physical, cognitive, emotional, and social aspects of a person.
Growth
Increase in size, height, weight, and body structure.
Intelligence
, The ability to learn, reason, solve problems, and adapt to the environment.
Motivation
Internal or external forces that stimulate behavior toward achieving goals.
Personality
The unique characteristics and behavior patterns that distinguish one person from another.
Perception
The process of interpreting sensory information.
Cognition
Mental processes involved in thinking, memory, learning, and problem-solving.
Reinforcement
Anything that strengthens a behavior.
Punishment
A consequence that reduces undesirable behavior.
Memory
The ability to store and retrieve information.
Attention
The ability to focus on specific stimuli.
Transfer of Learning
Application of knowledge gained in one situation to another.
Assessment
The process of collecting information about learner achievement.
Evaluation
