ABSTRACT
This is the first book to provide a comprehensive overview of the theoretical and methodological approaches to the study of personal epistemology from a psychological and educational perspective. Both theory building and empirical research have grown dramatically in the past decade but, until now, this work has not been pulled together in a single volume. That is the mission of this volume whose state-of-the-art theory and research are likely to define the field for the next 20 years. Key features of this important new book include:
*Pioneering Contributors--The book provides current perspectives of each of the major theoreticians and researchers who pioneered this growing field, as well as contributions from new researchers.
*Diverse Perspectives--The contributors represent a variety of perspectives, including education, educational psychology, developmental psychology, higher education, and science and mathematics education.
*Editorial Integration--Opening and closing chapters by the editors set out key issues confronting the field.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
chapter 1|12 pages
Personal Epistemology as a Psychological and Educational Construct
part I|104 pages
Conceptual Models of Personal Epistemology
chapter 2|19 pages
Understanding Learning in a Postmodern World
chapter 5|14 pages
Epistemological Reflection
part II|110 pages
Theoretical and Conceptual Issues
part III|66 pages
Methodological Issues in the Study of Personal Epistemology
part IV|91 pages
Perspectives on Discipline-Specific Epistemology