ISBN: 9781330861875 - educational values methods (classic reprint) (5 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book analyzes the theory of formal discipline, which posits that focused training on a single mental faculty can enhance that faculty's performance across the board. The author traces the history of this theory from ancient Greece to the 19th century, examining evidence from experiments conducted by notable psychologists like Meumann and Thorndike. The author critically reviews these experiments, highlighting methodological flaws and questionable inferences, and ultimately concludes that the theory lacks empirical support. Instead, the author argues for a more nuanced understanding of mental development, emphasizing the importance of considering task-specific abilities and the role of common elements in transfer effects. Through its rigorous analysis, this book sheds light on the complex relationship between training and mental performance, challenging traditional assumptions and offering valuable insights for educators and psychologists alike. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. …

Condición: Hervorragend. Zustand: Hervorragend | Seiten: 380 | Sprache: Englisch | Produktart: Bücher | Keine Beschreibung verfügbar.

Paperback. Condición: Brand New. 380 pages. 8.94x6.02x0.91 inches. This item is printed on demand.