Introduction to Educational Psychology Flashcards

These flashcards provide a comprehensive review of definitions, history, major theories, and learner differences based on the Introduction to Educational Psychology lecture notes.

What is the definition of educational psychology?

Educational psychology is the scientific study of how people learn and retain information in educational settings.

How does C.E. Skinner define educational psychology?

Educational psychology is the branch of psychology which deals with teaching and learning.

What is Crow and Crow's definition of educational psychology?

Educational psychology describes and explains learning experience of an individual from birth to old age.

Who defined educational psychology as "the science of education"?

Edwin A. E. A. Peel.

How does Trow describe educational psychology?

The study of psychological aspects of educational situations.

What is educational psychology according to Stephens?

The study of educational growth and development.

How does Judd describe educational psychology?

A scientific study of the life stages in the development of an individual from the time he is born until he becomes an adult.

Which ancient philosophers discussed how people acquire knowledge?

Plato and Aristotle.

What was Wilhelm Wundt's contribution to the development of psychology?

He established the first psychology laboratory in the late 19th century.

Who is regarded as the father of educational psychology?

Edward Thorndike.

What scientific concept was developed by Edward Thorndike?

The Law of Effect.

Which theorists are associated with Behaviorism?

John B. Watson, B. F. Skinner, and Ivan Pavlov.

What does Cognitive Theory, influenced by Jean Piaget, focus on?

Mental processes such as thinking, memory, problem-solving, and understanding.

Who developed Constructivism and what does it propose?

Developed by Jean Piaget and Lev Vygotsky, it proposes that learners actively construct knowledge through experiences and social interaction.

What is the core idea of Albert Bandura's Social Learning Theory?

People learn by observing others, imitating behaviors, and experiencing the consequences of actions.

Which individuals promoted Humanistic Theory?

Abraham Maslow and Carl Rogers.

What are the five listed characteristics of the nature of educational psychology?

Applied Science, Behavioral Modification, Scientific Discipline, Social and Positive Science, and Developmental and Dynamic.

What are the primary goals of educational psychology?

Understand and Describe Behavior, Improve Teaching and Learning, Predict Learning Outcomes, Assess and Evaluate, and Support Overall Development.

What are the six individual differences among learners identified in the notes?

Intelligence, Learning Styles and Preferences, Motivation, Personality, Background and Culture, and Abilities and Special Needs.

What are the specific learning styles and preferences mentioned?

Visual, auditory, reading/writing, or hands-on learning approaches.