Assignment:
Instructions
Using the content from Module 2 readings as well as your previous knowledge prepare an original response to the discussion items. After posting your original response provide at least two (2) responses to two (2) different classmates' original posts.
Discussion Question
Define and differentiate purposes of educational psychology for teaching and learning. In your opinion, how is the study of educational psychology beneficial to preservice teachers and practicing educators?
Teacher Expectations
My expectation for Discussion Forums is that everyone will provide an original post that consists of at least three paragraphs, which contains at least 5-6 grammatically structured sentences. Then provide at least one (1) reply posting to a classmate's original posting, which should consist of at least a paragraph. However, please note that there will be assignments that will require more than one (1) reply post.
Readings:
1. The Teacher of Teachers Talks about Learning to Learn: An Interview with Wilbert (Bill) J. McKeachie
By Hefer Bembenutty
2. They're Not All Like Me!" The Role of Educational Psychology in Preparing Teachers for Diversity
By Nancy Flanagan Knapp