Pedagogy: Basic and Higher Education

Pedagogy is the theory and practice of learning, and the manner in which this process affects, and is affected by, the social, political and psychological development of learners. It shapes the actions, decisions and other teaching strategies adopted by teachers. The theories of learning, awareness of students and their needs, and the backgrounds and interests of individual students are taken into consideration within this field. Educational strategies are governed by the pupil's background knowledge and experience, situation and environment, as well as the goals set by the student and teacher. New theories of pedagogy identify the student as an agent and the teacher as a facilitator. This book contains some path-breaking studies in the field of pedagogy. It is a valuable compilation of topics, ranging from the basic to higher education. A number of latest researches have been included to keep the readers up-to-date with the global concepts in this area of study.