The Science of Learning

by Joseph J. Pear

2016 · Psychology Press

For over a century and a quarter, the science of learning has expanded at an increasing rate and has achieved the status of a mature science. It has developed powerful methodologies and applications. The rise of this science has been so swift that other learning texts often overlook the fact that, like other mature sciences, the science of learning has developed a large body of knowledge. The Science of Learning comprehensively covers this knowledge in a readable and highly systematic manner. Methodology and application are discussed when relevant; however, these aspects are better appreciated after the reader has a firm grasp of the scientific knowledge of learning processes. Accordingly, the book begins with the most fundamental and well-established principles of the science and builds on the preceding material toward greater complexity. The connections of the material with other sciences, especially its sister science, biology, are referenced throughout. Through these frequent references to biology and evolution, the book keeps in the forefront the recognition that the principles of learning apply to all animals. Thus, in the final section the book brings together all learning principles studied in research settings by demonstrating their relevance to both animals and humans in their natural settings. For animals this is the untamed environment of their niches; for humans it is any social environment, for Homo sapiens is the social and learning animal par excellence.

Latin / English Dictionary

by Joseph D. Lesser

2018 · Joseph D. Lesser

This practical dictionary of the Latin language contains over 100,000 entries in a concise, easy-to-use format. The direction of the translation is from Latin to English. It offers a broad vocabulary from all areas and can be used as a classic reference work.

The Handbook of Ethical Research with Ethnocultural Populations and Communities

by Joseph E. Trimble, Celia B. Fisher

2005 · SAGE Publications

What steps can be taken to incorporate a cultural perspective to the evaluation of research risks and benefits? How can investigators develop and implement respectful informed consent procedures in diverse cultural and language communities? What are ethical pitfalls and successful approaches to engaging in community and participant consultation? The Handbook of Ethical Research With Ethnocultural Populations and Communities, edited by Joseph E. Trimble and Celia B. Fisher, addresses these and other key questions in the first major work to focus specifically on ethical issues involving work with ethnocultural populations. Filling gaps and questions left unanswered by general rules of scientific conduct such as those embodied in federal regulations and professional codes, this Handbook will help guide ethical decision making for social and behavioral science research with multicultural groups for years to come. Key Features: Brings together for the first time a multidisciplinary blend of national leaders who specialize in the area of conducting research with ethnocultural populations Addresses existing issues at methodological, procedural, and conceptual levels for the responsible conduct of research in the field Incorporates as background a summary of leading research and scholarship on various topics framed within the authors′ personal successes, challenges, and failures in the dynamic process of creating a multicultural research ethic Includes real-world case examples to illustrate significant ethical principles in the research venture more concretely The Handbook is designed for graduate and advanced undergraduate students in Psychology and will also be valuable for social and medical science researchers and institutional review boards. This book will also be of interest to ethicists and bioethicists, policy makers, and foundations that fund research involving multicultural populations. .