Understanding Educational Psychology is a collaboration between researchers and practitioners from 16 South African universities. They provide succinct, thoughtful and contextually relevant insight into the field of Educational Psychology in South Africa today. The text presents examples rooted in the South African context and nuanced understandings of the complexities of Educational Psychology as a developing field.

Understanding Educational Psychology provides a multitude of insights into the work of educational psychologists in South Africa at the present moment. Researchers and practitioners share their perspectives on some of the most urgent challenges faced by educational psychologists and offer insightful views and innovative approaches in dealing with these challenges. Educational psychology as a science is explored within a variety of contexts and then connected to educational psychology as a dynamic profession.