Designed to apply learning theory and principles to the presentation of learning‎,‎ this text shows how learning principles work in both animals and people‎.‎ Throughout the book‎,‎ the authors show how the study of learning helps solve practical problems‎,‎ such as improving study skills‎,‎ improving relationships‎,‎ raising children‎,‎ and effectively stopping smoking‎.‎ This book is both solidly based in research and engaging for the student‎.‎ To help ensure that students understand the materials‎,‎ the authors strategically include multiple opportunities for review and self‎-testing within the text‎.‎