The Principles Of Teaching

""The Principles of Teaching: Based on Psychology"" is a book written by Edward Lee Thorndike in 1906. The book explores the principles of teaching and learning, based on the emerging field of psychology. Thorndike was a renowned psychologist and educator, and this book reflects his expertise in both fields. The book is divided into three parts. The first part focuses on the nature of learning, including the laws of association, the role of attention and interest, and the importance of motivation. The second part discusses the principles of teaching, such as the use of feedback and reinforcement, the importance of individual differences among learners, and the role of transfer in learning. The final part of the book examines the application of these principles to specific subjects, such as reading, writing, and arithmetic.Throughout the book, Thorndike emphasizes the importance of scientific inquiry in education. He argues that teachers should base their methods on empirical research, rather than tradition or personal experience. He also stresses the need for teachers to adapt their methods to the individual needs and abilities of their students.""The Principles of Teaching: Based on Psychology"" is a seminal work in the field of educational psychology. It has been widely read and cited by educators and psychologists for over a century, and its ideas have influenced the development of modern educational theory and practice.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.