Talks To Teachers On Psychology And To Student's On Some Of Life's Ideals - William James - Bog

""Talks to Teachers on Psychology and to Students on Some of Life's Ideals"" is a book written by William James, a renowned American philosopher and psychologist. The book is a collection of lectures given by James to teachers and students, providing insights into the psychology of learning and the importance of developing certain ideals in life.In the first section of the book, James addresses teachers, discussing the principles of psychology that can be applied in the classroom to enhance the learning experience of students. He emphasizes the importance of understanding the individual differences between students and tailoring teaching methods to suit their needs. James also explores the role of motivation and interest in learning, as well as the impact of emotions and habits on academic performance.The second section of the book is aimed at students, offering guidance on how to cultivate certain ideals in life. James discusses the importance of developing a strong sense of purpose, cultivating a positive attitude, and embracing challenges and setbacks as opportunities for growth. He also explores the role of self-reflection and self-awareness in personal development, and the importance of cultivating a sense of empathy and social responsibility.Overall, ""Talks to Teachers on Psychology and to Students on Some of Life's Ideals"" is a timeless classic that offers valuable insights into the psychology of learning and personal development. It is a must-read for educators, students, and anyone interested in understanding the human mind and its potential for growth and transformation.1901. Contents: Talks to Teachers-Psychology and the Teaching Art; The Stream of Consciousness; The Child as a Behaving Organism; Education and Behavior; The Necessity of Reactions; Native and Acquired Reactions; What the Native Reactions Are; The Laws of Habit; The Association of Ideas; Interest; Attention; Memory; The Acquisition of Ideas; Apperception; The Will. Talks to Students: The Gospel of Relaxation; On a Certain Blindness in Human Beings; and What Makes a Life Significant.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.