Educational psychology is the study of how people learn and the best practices to teach them. It combines principles from psychology and education to understand how students acquire knowledge, develop skills, and retain information. This field examines various factors that influence learning, including cognitive processes, motivation, and the social environment. Researchers in educational psychology also explore different teaching methods and strategies to enhance learning outcomes. They analyze how individual differences, such as learning styles and intelligence, affect education. By applying psychological theories, educators can create effective learning experiences tailored to the needs of diverse students.