FOUNDATIONS OF EDUCATIONAL PSYCHOLOGY

Catalog description

An analysis of the psychological theories, research and innovations which explain the learning and thinking processes in the school context. The course examines the basic concepts of the behaviorist, cognitive, socio-cultural, and humanist theories related to school teaching, motivation, diversity and school life. An analysis of the application to educational practice in contemporary Puerto Rican society is a part of the course. Field experience is required in a school setting.