Using achievement goal theory to translate evidence-based principles into practice in educational psychology. From: The Clearing House | Date: May 1, 2005| Author: Deemer, Sandra; Hanich, Laurie B. | COPYRIGHT 2005 Heldref Publications. This material is published under license from the publisher through the Gale Group, Farmington Hills, Michigan.  All inquiries regarding rights should be directed to the Gale Group.Copyright information

The role of educational psychology classes is often implied because of its inclusion in most teacher education programs; however, the struggle over how to structure courses has often resulted in learning experiences that do not best meet the needs of all students. Dembo (2001) suggests that the major controversy centers on both the course content and methodology used by instructors to reach their intended objectives. Specifically, difficulties arise because experienced educators wa...

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