Award for Distinguished Career Contributions to Education and Training in Psychology: Stephen L. Chew.

Abstract

This award is given by the Board of Educational Affairs in recognition of the efforts of psychologists who have made distinguished contributions to education and training, who have produced imaginative innovations, or who have been involved in the developmental phases of programs in education and training in psychology. These contributions might include important research on education and training; the development of effective materials for instruction; the establishment of workshops, conferences, or networks of communication for education and training; achievement and leadership in administration that facilitates education and training; or activity in professional organizations that promote excellence. Stephen L. Chew is a legend in both psychology and higher education. He is a passionate, committed, and hardworking advocate helping students to overcome misconceptions and develop lifelong learning skills through application of empirically sound cognitive strategies. His various contributions, including the development of the highly regarded, popular study skills video series and the directorship of the National Institute for the Teaching of Psychology, have created an enormous legacy benefitting untold generations of psychology teachers and the students they teach. A teacher's teacher, his unflappable leadership, ready wit, and remarkable humility inspire us all to be the best teachers we can be. (PsycInfo Database Record (c) 2023 APA, all rights reserved).