Overview

The branch of science which studies the changes occurring in humans that take place over time is called developmental psychology. It attempts to understand the physical, social, emotional and cognitive development in humans across their entire lifespan. Some of the important aspects of this discipline are moral understanding, social acquisition, motor skills, personality, executive functions and identity formation. The branch of psychology which focuses on processes related to human learning is known as educational psychology. This encompasses both behavioral and cognitive perspectives. Educational psychology helps in understanding the differences in individuals with respect to self-regulation, motivation, intelligence, and cognitive development, as well as their role in learning process. It can be further classified into various sub-disciplines such as special education, curriculum development, classroom management, etc. The book studies, analyses and uphold the pillars of educational and developmental psychology, and its utmost significance in modern times. It elucidates the concepts and innovative models around prospective developments with respect to educational and developmental psychology. Those in search of information to further their knowledge will be greatly assisted by this book