The Mind and Its Education
Unlocking the Potential of the Mind: A Comprehensive Guide to Educational PsychologyBy George Herbert Betts
Length8h 3m
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In "The Mind and Its Education," George Herbert Betts embarks on a profound exploration of the cognitive processes that underpin effective learning. Integrating contemporary psychological theories with pragmatic educational practices, Betts delves into the intricate relationship between thought and instruction. His literary style is characterized by clarity and rigor, making complex ideas accessible to educators and scholars alike. Set against the backdrop of early 20th-century educational reform, the book serves as a critical commentary on how psychological insights can transform pedagogical approaches, advocating for a more holistic understanding of the learner's mind. George Herbert Betts was an influential educator and psychologist, whose experiences in progressive education shaped his perspective on teaching and learning. Having witnessed the limitations of conventional methods, he sought to bridge the gap between psychological theory and classroom practice. Betts'Äô work is marked by a commitment to fostering intellectual inquiry and emotional engagement in the learning process, making his insights imperative for the evolving field of education during his time. This book is essential reading for educators, psychologists, and anyone invested in the principles of effective teaching. Betts'Äô rigorous analysis and innovative ideas provide a robust framework for understanding the cognitive dimensions of education, offering valuable strategies for creating an engaging and empowering learning environment.
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GenreEducation and Learning
Length8 hrs 3 mins
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Publish dateNov 19, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
14. POINTS OF FAILURE IN ATTENTION
25. TYPES OF ATTENTION
36. IMPROVING THE POWER OF ATTENTION
47. PROBLEMS IN OBSERVATION AND INTROSPECTION
5CHAPTER III
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6THE BRAIN AND NERVOUS SYSTEM
71. THE RELATIONS OF MIND AND BRAIN
82. THE MIND'S DEPENDENCE ON THE EXTERNAL WORLD
93. STRUCTURAL ELEMENTS OF THE NERVOUS SYSTEM
104. GROSS STRUCTURE OF THE NERVOUS SYSTEM
115. LOCALIZATION OF FUNCTION IN THE NERVOUS SYSTEM
126. FORMS OF SENSORY STIMULI
13CHAPTER IV
14MENTAL DEVELOPMENT AND MOTOR TRAINING
151. FACTORS DETERMINING THE EFFICIENCY OF THE NERVOUS SYSTEM
162. DEVELOPMENT OF NERVOUS SYSTEM THROUGH USE
173. EDUCATION AND THE TRAINING OF THE NERVOUS SYSTEM
184. IMPORTANCE OF HEALTH AND VIGOR OF THE NERVOUS SYSTEM
195. PROBLEMS FOR INTROSPECTION AND OBSERVATION
20CHAPTER V
21HABIT
221. THE NATURE OF HABIT
232. THE PLACE OF HABIT IN THE ECONOMY OF OUR LIVES
243. THE TYRANNY OF HABIT
254. HABIT-FORMING A PART OF EDUCATION
265. RULES FOR HABIT-FORMING
276. PROBLEMS IN OBSERVATION AND INTROSPECTION
28CHAPTER VI
29SENSATION
301. HOW WE COME TO KNOW THE EXTERNAL WORLD
312. THE NATURE OF SENSATION
323. SENSORY QUALITIES AND THEIR END-ORGANS
334. PROBLEMS IN OBSERVATION AND INTROSPECTION
34CHAPTER VII
35PERCEPTION
361. THE FUNCTION OF PERCEPTION
372. THE NATURE OF PERCEPTION
383. THE PERCEPTION OF SPACE
394. THE PERCEPTION OF TIME
405. THE TRAINING OF PERCEPTION
416. PROBLEMS IN OBSERVATION AND INTROSPECTION
42CHAPTER VIII
43MENTAL IMAGES AND IDEAS
441. THE PART PLAYED BY PAST EXPERIENCE
452. HOW PAST EXPERIENCE IS CONSERVED
463. INDIVIDUAL DIFFERENCES IN IMAGERY
474. THE FUNCTION OF IMAGES
485. THE CULTIVATION OF IMAGERY
496. PROBLEMS IN INTROSPECTION AND OBSERVATION
50CHAPTER IX
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