Publisher's Synopsis
The Principles of Teaching: Based on Psychology (1906) is a book written by Edward Lee Thorndike, an American psychologist and education theorist. The book explores the principles of teaching and learning, with a focus on the application of psychology to education. In this book, Thorndike discusses the importance of understanding how students learn and how teachers can effectively facilitate that learning. He explores various theories of learning, including behaviorism, associationism, and connectionism, and provides practical advice for teachers on how to apply these theories in the classroom.The book covers a wide range of topics related to teaching and learning, including motivation, attention, memory, transfer of learning, and the role of feedback in the learning process. Thorndike also discusses the importance of individual differences in learning and provides guidance on how teachers can accommodate these differences in their teaching strategies.Overall, The Principles of Teaching: Based on Psychology (1906) is a comprehensive guide for teachers who want to improve their understanding of the psychology of learning and apply that knowledge to their teaching practice. It is a valuable resource for educators at all levels, from elementary school teachers to university professors.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
