Five commonly used educational psychology textbooks were reviewed in terms of the accuracy and comprehensiveness of their coverage of three controversial topics: Piagetian theory; self-fulfilling prophecy; and learning styles. Although textbook coverages were accurate as written, they often failed to convey the degree of controversy that exists concerning these topics. Such oversimplification of complex issues could affect relevancy with regard to the complexities of classroom environments. Also, because some of the controversies provide opportunities to teach relevant problem-solving skills, the controversies need more emphasis than they receive in the textbooks examined. The appendix provides lists of trend statements in Piagetian theory, self-fulfilling prophecy, and learning styles. (Author/JD)