Title:
Educational psychology in social context : ecosystemtic applications in southern Africa
Author:
Donald, D. R., author.
ISBN:
9780199054404
Personal Author:
Edition:
5th edition.
Physical Description:
xiv, 434 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm
Contents:
Overview. Aims of the book, and how best to use it -- Quality eduaction for all -- Theoretical framework. An ecosystemic perspective -- Positive psychology -- Understanding human development -- Constructivism and learning -- Developing inclusive learning environments. Developing inclusive school and classroom environments -- Contextual disadvantages in education. Contextual disadvantages: conceptual framework -- Specific issues of contextual disadvantages -- Social problems in education. Social problems: conceptual framework -- Substance abuse and violence -- Sexuality and associated social problems -- Disabilities and learning difficutlies. Disabilities and learning difficulties: conceptual framework -- Disabilities -- Learning, emotional and behavioural difficulties.