This essential textbook provides a comprehensive overview of the psychological factors that influence student learning and achievement. It addresses the fundamental questions of why and how some students outperform others by examining research and theory on key constructs. These include intelligence, personality, motivation and emotions, with a focus on their definitions, measurement and crucial roles in education.Key Features:Defines key psychological factors that play an important role in student achievementEvaluates how these psychological factors influence student learningInvestigates factors that can influence the development of these psychological factors, including genetics and experienceDemonstrates how enhancing students’ thoughts and feelings can influence their academic performancePresents clear summaries of key points and stimulating questions to encourage understanding, as well as supplementary material to support further studyPsychology in Education is highly relevant to students of educational psychology with an interest in individual differences in educational contexts. It is particularly relevant for students studying individual differences modules on Psychology of Education programmes. It is also a useful resource for teachers and educational practitioners seeking to understand the psychological dynamics at play in the classroom, enabling them to design lessons that engage and motivate students.
