compulsory reading Flashcards
1
Q
what is educational psychology, defined by this book
A
educational psychology is de- fined as that branch of psychology that is concerned with the study of the mental processes and behaviors associated with human learning and instruction. Educational psychologists ask questions about the nature of learners and learning
2
Q
what is content pedagogy
A
The teacher understands the central concepts, tools of inquiry, and structures of the discipline(s) he or she teaches and can create learning experiences that make these aspects of subject matter meaningful for students.
3
Q
what does epistemic value refer to?
A
Epistemic value refers to the power of a theory to contribute to our understanding of a specific situation or the world in general.
