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Educational Psychology

Educational Psychology is a field for those interested in the application of pyschological principles to learning and instruction. It encompasses a variety of different disciplines, including cognitive psychology, human development, and learning theory.  Students are exposed to the latest research findings regarding how people learn most effectively and efficiently. They also apply these principles to the design of instruction, and study how to most accurately assess different types of learning. 

Two types of Master’s degrees are offered. The Master of Education (M.Ed) is the general degree program, appropriate for teachers or trainers. The Master of Arts (M.A.) is a more research-oriented degree for those who intend to write a thesis paper. The Ph.D. program provides extensive expertise in the field of Educational Psychology.

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Educational Psychology doctoral student Patrick Cravalho, of South Bend, Indiana, demonstrates how to use the driving simulation device located in the Educational Psychology lab. Currently, the simulator is being used to conduct research on texting while driving.
Educational Psychology doctoral student Patrick Cravalho, of South Bend, Indiana, demonstrates how to use the driving simulation device located in the Educational Psychology lab. Currently, the simulator is being used to conduct research on texting while driving.
The Educational Psychology Lab is directed by Associate Professor Christopher Was. Research conducted in the Educational Psychology Lab has involved models of working memory, executive function, and long-term semantic priming processes in comprehension.
The Educational Psychology Lab is directed by Associate Professor Christopher Was. Research conducted in the Educational Psychology Lab has involved models of working memory, executive function, and long-term semantic priming processes in comprehension.
Contact Information

Dr. Chris Was
Associate Professor
330.672.2929
cwas@kent.edu
      
Dr. Drew Tiene
Program Coordinator
Educational Psychology
Instructional Technology
330.672.0607
dtiene@kent.edu