David Myers – författare

Connecting Social Psychology to the world around us. Social Psychology introduces students to the science of us: our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors in a changing world. Students learn to think critically about everyday behaviors and gain an appreciation for the world around them, regardless of background or major. Social Psychology's conversational voice helps students to access and enjoy this exciting science. Students explore scientific studies of universal questions of love, hate, conformity and independence, prejudice and helping, persuasion and self-determination.

Redefining Music Studies in an Age of Change: Creativity, Diversity, Integration takes prevailing discourse about change in music studies to new vistas, as higher education institutions are at a critical moment of determining just what professional musicians and teachers need to survive and thrive in public life. The authors examine how music studies might be redefined through the lenses of creativity, diversity, and integration. which are the three pillars of the recent report of The College Music Society taskforce calling for reform.

Focus is on new conceptions for existent areas—such as studio lessons and ensembles, academic history and theory, theory and culture courses, and music education coursework—but also on an exploration of music and human learning, and an understanding of how organizational change happens. Examination of progressive programs will celebrate strides in the direction of the task force vision, as well as extend a critical eye distinguishing between premature proclamations of “mission accomplished” and genuine transformation. The overarching theme is that a foundational, systemic overhaul has the capacity to entirely revitalize the European classical tradition. Practical steps applicable to wide-ranging institutions are considered—from small liberal arts colleges, to conservatory programs, large research universities, and regional state universities.

Redefining Music Studies in an Age of Change: Creativity, Diversity, Integration takes prevailing discourse about change in music studies to new vistas, as higher education institutions are at a critical moment of determining just what professional musicians and teachers need to survive and thrive in public life. The authors examine how music studies might be redefined through the lenses of creativity, diversity, and integration. which are the three pillars of the recent report of The College Music Society taskforce calling for reform.

Focus is on new conceptions for existent areas—such as studio lessons and ensembles, academic history and theory, theory and culture courses, and music education coursework—but also on an exploration of music and human learning, and an understanding of how organizational change happens. Examination of progressive programs will celebrate strides in the direction of the task force vision, as well as extend a critical eye distinguishing between premature proclamations of “mission accomplished” and genuine transformation. The overarching theme is that a foundational, systemic overhaul has the capacity to entirely revitalize the European classical tradition. Practical steps applicable to wide-ranging institutions are considered—from small liberal arts colleges, to conservatory programs, large research universities, and regional state universities.

This modular version breaks down the 15 chapters of Exploring Psychology 12  into 49 modules which can be assigned in any order.  Each module can easily be read in one sitting, based on evidence that shorter reading assignments can lead to better understanding and retention. This unique text offers creative ways to help students retain psychology’s key principles, and do better in all their classes, not just psychology.  The authors combine market-leading currency, fresh teaching ideas, fascinating applications, with a compassionate and compelling storytelling voice.

Best-selling authors David Myers', Nathan DeWall’s, and June Gruber’s briefest introduction to psychology speaks to all students regardless of their background or level of preparedness.  The authors provide the most up-to-date coverage of the field while focusing on the most engaging and relevant content for students.  The May 2025 “Insights Report” from The Chronicle of Higher Education discussed how colleges are redefining student success to include “sense of belonging.”  Our Seventh Edition integrates content in the text and Achieve that focuses on this goal of increasing students’ sense of belonging and wellness.

Psychology in Everyday Life is a brief (less than 500 pages) but complete—and affordable—resource for students at all levels. Myers, DeWall, and Gruber have created over 80 resources in Achieve (including How Would You Know? research activities; Assess Your Strengths self-assessment activities; How to Increase Your Sense of Belonging, and Why It Matters activity; and the Lecture Slides) so there is a tight connection between the text and Achieve.