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Educational Psychology Casebook
Dr. Patricia P. Willems, Florida Atlantic University
Dr. Alyssa Gonzalez DeHass, Florida Atlantic University

ISBN-10: 0205438970
ISBN-13: 9780205438976

Publisher: Merrill
Copyright: 2006
Format: Paper; 208 pp
Published: 08/15/2005

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This book is a collection of original cases based on real scenarios that span the K-12 curriculum, helping students apply their learning of educational psychology. 

This text has over 25 detailed cases and includes a helpful theory guide. These real-life scenarios can be used to apply theory to the classroom when real-life or field experiences are not feasible. Each case concludes with thought-provoking questions, references, further readings and suggestions for using helpful video segments from MyLabSchool. The cases are described by content and level (elementary through secondary) in a detailed Table of Contents and all cases indicate how they apply to NCATE teacher certification standards.  A number of cases are augmented by video clips available on MyLabSchool.

  • All of the cases are detailed yet brief enough to be incorporated into classroom discussions, exams, or assignments.
  • The range of topics covered in the case book makes it flexible enough to be adopted along with any educational psychology text, thus allowing the instructor to continue using any current textbook while incorporating the case-study method.
  • Many of the cases are tied to short video clips from MyLabSchool that illustrate real-life classroom experiences to allow the instructor to use case and video applications of theory.
  • The Table of Contents includes a brief synopsis of each case, the topical area in Educational Psychology that is covered, the age level of students in the case and whether it is tied to a video clip to allow the instructor a quick look at the cases.
  •  Other useful pedagogical aids, including detailed questions at the end of each case, lists of key content theories and references, and suggested readings that offer students options to extend their learning.   
  • A matrix in the appendix illustrates case by case connections to PRAXIS and the Educator Accomplished Practices so that adopters can use appropriate cases to cover certification topics.

 

Preface.                                                                                            

 

Part I.  HUMAN DEVELOPMENT.

 

Case 1: A Typical Day.                                                                 

Cognitive Development: Piaget & Vygotsky

Grades K-2

 

Case 2: Resolutions.                                                                                

Social Development: Self-concept, Self-Esteem, & Erikson

Grades 3-5

 

Case 3: Choices.                                                                           

Moral Development: Piaget and Kohlberg

Grades 6-8

 

Case 4: Identity Lost.                                                                   

Social/Identity Development: Erikson and Marcia

Grades 9-12

 

Part II. INDIVIDUAL DIFFERENCES AND DIVERSITY.

 

Case 5: Multiple Intelligences goes to the Rainforest.                    

Intelligence: Multiple intelligences, Sternberg, Gardner, & Controversies

Grades 3-5

 

Case 6: Home and School Culture.                                          

Culture and Ethnicity: SES, Discrimination, Bilingualism,

& Multiculturalism

Grades 3-5

 

Case 7: Teaching Jack and Jill.                                                

Gender Roles: Biological, Socialization, Stereotyping,

Differences in Academic Domains, Gender Sensitive Teaching

Grades 9-12

 

Case 8: Sink or Swim?                                                                

Exceptionalities: ADHD, Learning Disabilities, & IDEA

Grades 6-8

 

Part III. LEARNING THEORIES.

 

Case 9: The Note.                                                                         

Classical Conditioning

Grades 6-8

 

Case 10: The Shakespearean Dilemma.                                             

Operant Conditioning

Grades 9-12

                       

Case 11: The Project.                                                                   

Social Cognitive Theory: Reciprocal Determinism &

Observational Learning  

Grades K-2

 

Case 12: Mars in Review.                                                            

Cognitive Theories: Information Processing & Metacognition

Grades 6-8

 

Case 13: Going Back in Time.                                                   

Social Constructivism: Situated Cognition, Tutoring, Cooperative

Learning, Authentic Instruction, & Problem-Based Learning

Grades 9-12

 

Case 14: Getting Acquainted.                                                    

Applications of Operant Conditioning: Schedules, Peer Tutoring,

Contracts & Punishment

Grades 3-5

 

Part IV. MOTIVATION.

 

Case 15: Backfired.                                                                                  

Extrinsic and Intrinsic Motivation

Grades 3-5

 

Case 16: Giving Up.                                                                                  

Attributions, Self-Efficacy, Self-Regulation, & Goal Theory

Grades 6-8

 

Case 17: To Belong or Not to Belong.                                    

Maslow’s Need Hierarchy

Grades 9-12

 

Part V. CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT.

 

Case 18: Interruptions.                                                                

Handling Problem Behaviors: Behavioral Approaches

Grades K-2

                       

Case 19: Parents’ Night.                                                             

Effective Communication with Parents: Parent Involvement

Grades 6-8

                       

Case 20: The Rule Breaker.                                                       

Classroom Management: Baumrind Styles/Teacher Efficacy

Grades 3-5

 

Case 21: Purposeful Deliberations.                                         

Instruction: Learner vs. Teacher-Centered

Grades 9-12

 

Part VI. ASSESSMENT AND EVALUATION

 

Case 22: Standardized Testing: A Call to Arms.                              

Standardized Tests: Evaluating, Interpreting, Aptitude vs.

Achievement, Teacher’s Role, Issues & Controversies

Grades K-5

 

Case 23: Meaningful Classroom Assessment.                                 

Classroom Assessments: Traditional vs. Alternative, Formative vs. Summative, & Evaluating

Grades 9-12

 

Appendix.

Educator Accomplished Practices Matrix                                     

PRAXIS II Matrix                   

“I think the casebook idea is excellent. As an instructor, I am eager to have good cases to use with my students.”
—Cheryl Greenberg, The University of North Carolina, Greensboro

“Professors tend to lose sight of what is actually happening in the classroom; consequently, case studies like those presented here add realism to the often dry classroom lectures and abstract discussions.”
—James Furukawa, Towson University

This compilation of over 25 concise yet highly detailed cases helps students apply their knowledge of educational psychology and theory to the classroom. The cases found in the book are original and based on real life scenarios that span the K-12 curriculum and incorporate a range of issues including exceptional populations, diverse students, and the use of technology.

FEATURES:

  • The range of topics covered in the casebook makes it flexible enough to be adopted along with any educational psychology text, thus allowing the instructor to continue using any current textbook while incorporating the case-study method.
  • Many of the cases are tied to short video clips from MyLabSchool that illustrate real life classroom experiences to allow the instructor to use case and video applications of theory.
  • A matrix in the appendix illustrates case by case connections to PRAXIS and the Educator Accomplished Practices so that adopters can use appropriate cases to cover certification topics.
  • An Instructor’s Manual is available by contacting your local sales representative.

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