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A text that applies what researchers and educators have discovered about how, where, and why students learn. The result: science made accessible. The authors introduce students to the fundamentals of psychology and the latest cutting-edge research through a pedagogical framework designed to keep students engaged, motivated, and learning actively. Pedagogy based on the science of learning encourages time-on-task while facilitating long-term retention. The fourth edition introduces “Psychology: Knowledge You Can Use” boxes. Each of these new features shows students the immediate utility of a main concept discussed in the particular chapter. By applying the science of learning and making connections to students’ everyday lives, Psychological Science, Fourth Edition, addresses how, where, and why students learn.
Paperback: 880 pages
Publisher: W. W. Norton & Company; 4th edition (January 20, 2012)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0393912760
ISBN-13: 978-0393912760
Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 1.1 x 10.9 inches
Shipping Weight: 3.8 pounds
Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars See all reviews (131 customer reviews)
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For the most part, I thought this book was a great Introduction to Psychology text. It provided a good overview of major perspectives and carried this through the book, e.g., keeping an eye on the biological, evolutionary, and social interpretations or causes of behaviors. I also appreciated the (somewhat haphazard) additions of critical thinking skills and Psychology You Can Use sections. I also appreciated the inclusion of very recent research, a lot of which was new to me!Some negatives (some of which are idiosyncratic to me and my views and interested in psychology, and some of which are more broadly applicable) are as follows: Very surface-level treatment of a lot of the material. This is to be expected in an Intro text, but I foresee having to do pretty substantial supplementing in lecture (could actually turn into a pro for lectures, but is a con for the book). Too large a treatment of health, well-being, social, and personality psychology. There is definitely good information and science to be learned in these sections, but they could be condensed. They did not touch on the mythology of autism being caused by vaccinations. This is a very popular and misinformed view that should not only be dispelled because it's wrong, but because it can lead to ultimately dangerous behavior (i.e., the avoidance of vaccinations). I thought this at least had the potential to be a Critical Thinking Skill section.But, again, overall this was a very good Intro text and I'm glad I've chosen it for my course this semester.
This was our textbook for my intro to psych class. Decent, lots of pictures, clear, tocuhes briefly on a whole lot of topics. The newer version isn't much different and our proffesor actually let us pick if we wanted to get the fourth or fifth edition. Fourth because it's cheaper! Also very easy to find the corresponding pages from the new book. However, there was one chapter in this edition that was removed in the next edition.
Pricey definitely but I loved this textbook. I had to purchase it for my intro psych class last semester, it's an easy read and they writers make everything clear and make a lot of comparisons to real world connections. I was so sad I had to sell it back. I would have loved to keep it but I need the money lol.
This book is the same as the non-international book. The best part is that it is cheaper than the other one that's why I purchased it. It is well written and understandable. So if you are looking for a good deal, this would be it.
I am a poor college student, so I know how to cut corners. This is pretty much a good book if your professor tells you to get it. Save money, because the new hard-cover editions that are being sold these days suck, and textbook companies are raping our bank accounts!
I was very pleased with this item. Incredibly insightful and helpful, and also in mint condition. I was very impressed with the rate at which the shipment arrived. Although it was a used book I was very happy to see no highlighting, or creased pages. All in all, a great buy!
must have been recent renters but when I received this book it was obviously used. Highlighter and writing throughout entire book plus I just came across a section I'm working on in class and noticed it missing a page 433and434. I don't know if there are more missing. But this does not help me on my 4th test for this course. says used/good condition, highly disagree.vendorcode - 119204730
So many aspects of this book I love. I bought this digital version of the book because I work full time and go to school. I use the kindle app on my iPhone, Mac Book pro and iPad. That way I can be standing in line at the grocery store and pull out my iPhone and use the flash cards feature and study while I am waiting anywhere. Big Problem I ran into though with the copy limit. I work full time so I got the digital copy so I could copy and paste the text into Microsoft Word. Then I could open that document into Voice Dream. That way my book can be read to me while I work all day. Also I can cut and paste information into study sheets and chapter summaries. There is a pre-set limit on how much you can copy and paste. So two week before finals I have reached my limit and I need to create study guides for my finals. All publishers please remove the cut and paste limit allowed on digital versions through the Kindle App.
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