School and Educational Psychology
**Definition**: School and educational psychology applies psychological principles to support students’ learning and well-being in educational settings. **Key components** 1. Learning Processes: Examines cognitive processes and environmental influences on learning. 2. Assessment and Intervention: Identifies learning disabilities and creates individualized education plans (IEPs). 3. Mental Health Support: Provides counseling for issues like anxiety and depression. 4. Social-Emotional Learning (SEL): Implements programs to teach emotional regulation and resilience. 5. Diversity and Inclusion: Advocates for inclusive practices for diverse learners **father of educational psychology ** Johann Herbart (1776-1841) is considered the father of educational psychology. **History** Before 1890: Philosophers of education such as Juan Vives, Johann Pestalozzi, Friedrich Frobel, and Johann Herbart had examined, classified and judged the methods of education centuries before the beginnings of ps