Psychology Applied to Education
A Series of Lectures on the Theory and Practice of Education

Originally published in 1926, this book presents lectures by the British philosopher and psychologist James Ward on the theory and practice of education.

James Ward (Author), G. Dawes Hicks (Edited by)

9781316603659, Cambridge University Press

Paperback / softback, published 15 April 2016

204 pages
23.5 x 15.5 x 1.2 cm, 0.3 kg

Originally published in 1926, this book presents the content of a series of lectures written by the British philosopher and psychologist James Ward (1843–1925). Their focus is on the theory and practice of education, providing an account regarding the application of psychological methods within an educational context. The 14 lectures were, for the most part, first delivered during the Easter Term of 1880 in the Literary Schools at Cambridge University. This book will be of value to anyone with an interest in psychology, the history of education and child development.

Preface
1. The possibility and value of a theory of education
2. The general nature and growth of mind
3. Growth of mind (continued): childhood and youth
4. Perception of objects and training to observe
5. Retentiveness, reproduction and imagination
6. Thinking, abstraction and generalization
7. Intellectual and logical training
8. Education values
9. Development of will and formation of habits and character
10. Volition, sense of justice, and benevolence
11. Discipline and authority
12. The moral education of the young
13. Individuality
14. Personality the final aim of education
Index.

Subject Areas: Educational psychology [JNC]