Ebook Albert Bandura: The Man and his Contributions to Educational Psychology
In June 1993, Albert Bandura’s colleagues and former students surprised him by gathering in California’s verdant Napa Valley for a two-day Bandurafest. Months of secretive planning behind his back had eluded his typically observant eye, and he came to the event under a cover story. That so many people attended the gathering may seem remarkable because no papers were presented and no Festschrift publication was planned.
Instead, the two days were spent in lively informal discussions, a delightful picnic in the vineyards amidst the noble grapes, and a joyous celebratory dinner. The primary reason that people came from near and far was to honor their esteemed mentor, colleague, and friend. He was affectionately described as the "jovial genius" by one of his former students for his wisdom, humility, and wonderful sense of humor. In this intimate gathering, joined by his wife Ginny and his daughters Mary and Carol, Al expressed his gratitude to everyone present and others who could not attend for enriching his life. In this chapter we attempt to recapture the spirit of the Bandurafest by reviewing Al’s life and contributions to the study of human behavior. Although he was trained as a clinical psychologist, his theories and research have had broad impact on many disciplines, especially educational psychology.
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Ebook Albert Bandura: The Man and his Contributions to Educational Psychology
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