Teacher's Guide to the Psychology of Learning

Michael Howe is Professor of Psychology at Exeter University. He is the author of many books (both trade and academic) and is a well-known expert on child geniuses.

Reviews of the previous edition: "In a most readable fashion he leads us through a plethora of well-supported material." (Education) "A straightforward and very readable introduction." (Times Higher Education Supplement)

• Preface. Introduction: the beginnings of human learning.Preparing for learning at school.Mental activities and human learning.Rehearsing and practicing.How existing knowledge aids learning.Intelligence and human abilities.How motivation affects learning.Reading, comprehension and learning.Extending writing skills.References.Index.