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Helping People Learn

Author: Joseph D. Novak, Cornell University, New York

Date Published: June 2022
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Educational theory and practice are historically influenced by the view of behavioral psychologists that learning is synonymous with behavior change. Helping People Learn argues for the practical importance of an alternate view, that learning is synonymous with a change in the meaning of experience. Based on the foundations of cognitive psychology and constructivist epistemology, this book presents a science of education that can guide the development of successful and meaningful educational programs. It serves as a sequel to the best-selling Learning How to Learn and includes ideas developed through the author's research and training programs conducted over the past thirty years. It emphasises the power of the knowledge representation tool 'concept maps', designed to facilitate meaningful learning and creativity. This book capitalises on the advances in technology and is of interest to students, professionals and researchers in educational psychology and learning theory.
- Introduces readers to the concept mapping tool, which is useful from preschool to research laboratory settings
- Introduces readers to strategies for constructing clinical interviews and analysing data gleaned from these interviews
- Shows how the author's theory of education has been applied to enhance educational programs in a variety of settings
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'Joe Novak has made an enormous contribution to the field of education, specifically in helping people to learn in both academic and corporate settings. This highly personal account gives a fascinating behind-the-scenes insight to the people who have contributed to Joe's research over the years.' Ian Kinchin, Professor of Higher Education, University of Surrey, UK
'In this fascinating book, Joe Novak reflects on his long and illustrious career advancing understanding of teaching and learning. He recounts the origin, influences, and impact of his work on concept mapping. He describes how he brought these ideas to industries like Proctor and Gamble, to government agencies like NASA, and to organizations involved in national security. Novak summarizes the research and insights leading to his commitment to meaningful learning, culminating in his theory of education. Poignant anecdotes capture his commitment to family. In Helping People Learn, Novak offers a plethora of rich, varied examples of successful teaching and learning that will interest a broad audience.' Marcia C. Linn, Evelyn Lois Corey Professor of Instructional Science, University of California, Berkeley, USA
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- Date Published: June 2022
- format: Adobe eBook Reader
- isbn: 9781108670197
- availability: This ISBN is for an eBook version which is distributed on our behalf by a third party.
Table of Contents
Preface
1. Developing the foundations to help people learn
2. The invention and use of CmapTools software in schools, corporations, and other organizations
3. Building a theory of education
4. The design of better instructional programs
5. A look to the future
Appendix 1: Testing my theory of education
Appendix 2: Special resources on climate change.
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Joseph D. Novak, Cornell University, New York
Joseph D. Novak is Senior Research Scientist Emeritus at the Florida Institute for Human and Machine Cognition (IHMC) and Professor Emeritus at Cornell University. He is the author of four books and edited volumes, and more than 150 research papers. He has made significant contributions in educational psychology and science education.