Vassallo, Stephen
Critical Educational Psychology
- ISBN 13:
- 9781421422633
- author:
- Vassallo, Stephen
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Johns Hopkins University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2017
- Pages:
- 248
- Dimensions:
- 22.86 x 14.99 x 1.78 centimetres
- Genre:
- Nonfiction, Education, Educational Psychology
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
Critical Educational Psychology by Stephen Vassallo explores the complex relationship between psychology and education. This book challenges traditional approaches to educational psychology, revealing how it is shaped by ideological, cultural, political, and historical contexts. By examining various perspectives within psychology and critical theory, Vassallo demonstrates that contemporary educational psychology is deeply entangled with specific contexts. This book offers a valuable resource for educators, researchers, and psychologists seeking to critically evaluate the role of psychology in teaching and learning. It encourages readers to consider the implications of their use of psychology on pedagogical decision-making and promotes ethical decision-making. By resisting neatly packaged theories and models, Critical Educational Psychology fosters important new conversations about power and opportunity. Stephen Vassallo's work provides a nuanced understanding of the intersections between psychology and education, highlighting the need for critical appraisal in this field.
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