Integrating Psychology, Cognitive, and Behavioral Science in the Concept of Education and Student Success in the Educational System

Abstract

Psychology, the study of human thought, emotion, and behavior, plays a crucial role in education. It includes subfields such as developmental, social, clinical, and cognitive psychology, each offering unique insights into the human psyche. This science primarily focuses on mental processes such as perception, attention, memory, language, and problem-solving, providing an understanding of the mechanisms that drive human cognition and behavior. Psychology is intricately linked to education, as it helps optimize learning environments and instructional strategies. By delving into psychological principles that underpin effective teaching and learning, education can improve itself, addressing topics such as motivation, assessment, and instructional design. These sciences also explore how culture, environment, and social norms influence individual and collective behavior. Interdisciplinary associations between psychology and education facilitate the translation of research findings into practical applications, informing educational practices, policy decisions, and interventions to promote psychological well-being and cognitive development. These interventions can benefit the educational system, teachers, managers, and students, improving educational outcomes. The study, conducted using a qualitative method between April and August 2024, was based on sixty-five references and evaluated the role of cognition as a mediator between psychological patterns and individual behaviors. It primarily discussed the impact on the educational system and the success that educational institutions and their administrators should ideally consider.