Learning and Cognition: The Design of the Mind - Softcover

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Michael E. Martinez received his Ph.D. in educational psychology from Stanford University. A former high school science teacher, Professor Martinez conducts research on human intelligence, assessment, and science learning. He is a former Fulbright Scholar and received the Presidential Commendation for Contributions to Psychology from the American Psychological Association.

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What is the design of the mind? What does that design imply for education? This comprehensive and engaging introduction to human learning and its applications to education focuses on these vital questions by exploring the theories of knowledge, complex cognition, and human intelligence while presenting an overview of the human mind through multiple theoretical lenses in a clear and interesting way. Written in narrative form, it holds the reader’s attention, telling a story that is both interesting and important to the improvement of the mind through education.

Special features include:

• Complete chapters dedicated to Theories of Knowledge (Chapter 4), The Brain and Cognition (Chapter 8), Intelligence (Chapter 10), and Cognitive Development Through the Life Span (Chapter 7).
• 24 Interest Magnets found throughout the text feature fascinating topics related to human learning and cognition such as photographic memory, sleep learning, and Einstein’s brain.
• Learning Strategies highlighted at the end of every chapter feature ten specific applications of theories to teaching and learning, relating to both the teacher and the student.