Synopsis Educational psychology is a distinct scientific discipline within psychology that includes both methods of study and a resulting knowledge base. It is concerned primarily with understanding the processes of teaching and learning that take place within formal environments and developing ways of improving the affiliated operations and procedures. Educational psychologists are interested in a wide variety of topics such as learning theories; teaching methods; motivation; cognitive, emotional, and moral development; and parent / child relationships. This book authoritatively describes all important aspects of educational psychology. Students, scholars and academics in the field of education and psychology besides educational planners, psychologists, psychiatrists etc., will find this book highly valuable.