Educational Psychologists

Educational Psychologists investigate learning and teaching, and develop psychological techniques to foster the development and skills of individuals and groups in educational settings.

What the job involves

• Conducts research studies of motivation in learning, group performance and individual differences in mental abilities and educational performance

• Collects data and analyses characteristics of students and recommends educational programmes

• Formulates achievement, diagnostic and predictive tests for use by teachers in planning methods and content of instruction