Talks To Teachers On Psychology: And To Students On Some Of Life's Ideals

by William James

Overview

"Talks To Teachers On Psychology; And To Students On Some Of Life's Ideals" is a collection of lectures given by the influential American philosopher and psychologist, William James. The book addresses two distinct audiences: teachers and students. In the first part, "Talks To Teachers On Psychology," James delves into the field of psychology and its relevance to teaching. He discusses various psychological principles and theories that can inform and improve teaching practices. James explores topics such as the psychology of attention, memory, habit formation, and the development of character in students. He emphasizes the importance of understanding the psychological aspects of learning in order to create effective educational environments. The second part, "Talks To Students On Some Of Life's Ideals," shifts the focus to students themselves. James engages with topics related to personal growth, moral philosophy, and the pursuit of a meaningful life. He addresses themes such as the value of individuality, the importance of moral integrity, the search for purpose, and the cultivation of intellectual curiosity and openness to diverse perspectives.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9789358055603
Publisher:	True Sign Publishing House
Publication date:	05/26/2023
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
File size:	313 KB

About the Author

William James was an American philosopher, historian, and psychologist. He was born on January 11, 1842, and died on August 26, 1910. He was the first teacher in the United States to teach a psychology course. James and Charles Sanders Peirce started the philosophical school called pragmatism, and James is also considered one of the founders of functional psychology. James studied medicine, physiology, and biology, and he started teaching in those fields. However, he was drawn to the scientific study of the human mind at a time when psychology was becoming a science. James's knowledge of the work of people like Hermann Helmholtz in Germany and Pierre Janet in France helped him get scientific psychology classes started at Harvard University. In the 1875-1876 school year, he taught his first experimental psychology class at Harvard.