Aims and Goals of Educational Psychology in Zimbabwe
Educational psychology in Zimbabwe aims to promote students' cognitive, social, and emotional development within the educational context. Its primary goals include:
Cognitive Development:
- Enhance students' problem-solving, critical thinking, and creativity skills
- Foster higher-order thinking processes
- Facilitate effective learning strategies and metacognition
Social Development:
- Promote positive peer interactions and social skills
- Cultivate empathy, cooperation, and collaboration
- Encourage responsible citizenship and ethical behavior
Emotional Development:
- Support students' emotional well-being and resilience
- Foster self-understanding, self-regulation, and stress management
- Create a positive and supportive learning environment
Recent Scholars in Educational Psychology in Zimbabwe (APA Style):
- Nyathi, E., Ncube, J., & Chabaya, O. (2021). Exploring the Role of Socioeconomic Status in Academic Achievement among Secondary School Students in Zimbabwe. Journal of Educational Research and Review, 6(1), 1-12.
- Munodawafa, A., & Mtetwa, S. (2020). The Impact of Teacher-Student Relationships on Student Engagement and Academic Performance in Zimbabwean Secondary Schools. International Journal of Education in Mathematics, Science and Technology, 8(1), 105-121.
- Simbanegavi, W., & Chireshe, R. (2019). Cognitive and Affective Factors Influencing Science Achievement among Female Students in Zimbabwean Secondary Schools. Journal of Baltic Science Education, 18(2), 185-197.