The Psychology Of Learning: Third Edition
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
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What drives the human mind to remember, adapt, and grow? The Psychology of Learning by James Deese and Stewart H. Hulse presents a rigorous and authoritative examination of the psychological principles that govern how living organisms acquire, retain, and apply knowledge. Rooted in both classical and contemporary behavioural science, the text chronicles the evolution of learning theory — from Pavlovian conditioning and operant reinforcement to the more complex cognitive frameworks that emerged in the latter half of the 20th century. With precise, methodical prose, the authors guide the reader through experimental findings, theoretical models, and the biological underpinnings of learned behaviour, making it an indispensable reference for students of psychology and education alike. This third edition, issued as an International Student Edition, reflects the authors' commitment to making rigorous psychological science accessible to a global academic audience. Deese and Hulse argue compellingly that learning cannot be understood in isolation from motivation, memory, and perception — weaving these interconnected disciplines into a cohesive intellectual framework. Their writing strikes a balance between empirical precision and conceptual clarity, making dense theoretical content genuinely engaging. Whether you are approaching the subject for the first time or returning to deepen your understanding, this landmark text leaves the enduring question unanswered: how much of what we become is truly learned?
Author: Deese And Hulse
Format: Paperback
Genre: Psychology
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image
What drives the human mind to remember, adapt, and grow? The Psychology of Learning by James Deese and Stewart H. Hulse presents a rigorous and authoritative examination of the psychological principles that govern how living organisms acquire, retain, and apply knowledge. Rooted in both classical and contemporary behavioural science, the text chronicles the evolution of learning theory — from Pavlovian conditioning and operant reinforcement to the more complex cognitive frameworks that emerged in the latter half of the 20th century. With precise, methodical prose, the authors guide the reader through experimental findings, theoretical models, and the biological underpinnings of learned behaviour, making it an indispensable reference for students of psychology and education alike. This third edition, issued as an International Student Edition, reflects the authors' commitment to making rigorous psychological science accessible to a global academic audience. Deese and Hulse argue compellingly that learning cannot be understood in isolation from motivation, memory, and perception — weaving these interconnected disciplines into a cohesive intellectual framework. Their writing strikes a balance between empirical precision and conceptual clarity, making dense theoretical content genuinely engaging. Whether you are approaching the subject for the first time or returning to deepen your understanding, this landmark text leaves the enduring question unanswered: how much of what we become is truly learned?