Thoughts On Educational Psychology (1889)

Thoughts on Educational Psychology is a book written by William Torrey Harris in 1889. The book is a collection of lectures and essays on the subject of educational psychology. Harris was an American philosopher and educator who served as the United States Commissioner of Education from 1889 to 1906. The book is divided into three parts, each dealing with a different aspect of educational psychology. The first part discusses the nature of education and the role of the teacher in the learning process. Harris argues that education should be focused on the development of the individual, rather than the transmission of knowledge. He also emphasizes the importance of the teacher in guiding and facilitating the learning process.The second part of the book deals with the psychology of learning. Harris explores the different theories of learning, including the associationist, rationalist, and genetic theories. He also discusses the role of memory and attention in the learning process.The third and final part of the book focuses on the psychology of individual differences. Harris argues that each individual has unique abilities and needs, and that education should be tailored to these differences. He discusses the importance of identifying and nurturing individual talents and interests.Overall, Thoughts on Educational Psychology is a seminal work in the field of educational psychology. Harris's ideas and theories have had a lasting impact on the field, and the book remains relevant to educators and psychologists today.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.