ABSTRACT
An essential part of learning about applied psychology in education is that the teacher knows she is not isolated. Psychological education, as part of a child's development, is a primary process of opening minds. The child who is aware of his own developmental growth, and what he might expect, is in a far more confident position than he would otherwise be. Developmental psychology is not a new study; but careful scientific research, rather than anecdotal reminiscence, belongs to this century. But most teachers still leave their courses without sound statistical knowledge and ability to read and criticise educational research at first hand. Improvement in this field is vital to progress. Assessment is of particular importance to teachers, but again relatively few teachers learn how to use the tools of the trade. Being able to assess a child's development and progress is a part of everyday teaching, but is largely practised without scientific technique.
