Download or read book A Celebration of Neurons written by Robert Sylwester and published by Association for Supervision & Curriculum Development. This book was released on 1995 with total page 182 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Provides an introduction to late twentieth-century scientific understanding of the development, organization, and operation of the brain, written especially for educational leaders, and suggests some broad educational applications that may be introduced in schools.
Download or read book ASCD 1984 2004 written by Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development and published by ASCD. This book was released on 2004 with total page 106 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Founded in 1943, the Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development (ASCD) is an international, nonprofit, nonpartisan organization that represents 160,000 educators from more than 135 countries and 66 affiliates. Its members span the entire profession of educators--superintendents, supervisors, principals, teachers, professors of education, and school board members. ASCD was initially envisioned to represent curriculum and supervision issues. Over the years, its focus has changed, and it now addresses all aspects of effective teaching and learning, such as professional development, educational leadership, and capacity building. ASCD 1984-2004: Defining Moments, Future Prospects serves as a chronicle of the past 20 years of the Association and offers a look at the next stages of its activities on behalf of educators and the students they serve.
Download or read book Begin With the Brain written by Martha Kaufeldt and published by Corwin Press. This book was released on 2009-11-24 with total page 257 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Describes activities at a level of detail that will allow teachers to immediately try them out in their own classrooms. If more classrooms reflected these ideas and used these strategies, education would not only be more effective and powerful, it would be a far more joyful experience for our students." —Barbara Clark, Professor Emeritus California State University, Los Angeles "Teachers who intend to make a marked difference in their students′ learning and lives will profit from reading this book. Not only will they find the material useful, they will be gratified and strengthened in their commitment." —Leah Welte, Teacher Alpine School District, American Fork, UT Create a high-achieving, joyful learning environment informed by brain-based research! In this thoroughly updated bestseller, seasoned educator Martha Kaufeldt helps teachers understand and apply current findings in neuroscience research to all aspects of their classroom practice, from behavior management to curriculum design. Using what we know about how the brain learns optimally, this ready-to-go resource provides practical guidance to new and experienced teachers on how to create a learner-centered classroom, including: Setting up a classroom Establishing routines and procedures Fostering students′ intellectual curiosity Reducing learned helplessness in students Developing students′ respect for one another′s cultural and educational backgrounds Building a classroom community Complete with updates and explanations of relevant neuroscience research, this field-tested guide will help teachers maximize student learning by making instruction compatible with how the brain learns best.
Download or read book Brain Compatible Learning for the Block written by R. Bruce Williams and published by Corwin Press. This book was released on 2007-12-14 with total page 225 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Provides a clear understanding of the instructor′s responsibilities when teaching in the block, explains what a brain-compatible class looks like, and gives sample lesson plans." —Randy Thompson, Educational Consultant "Educators who teach in a school system that utilizes block scheduling will find this text very useful." —Melissa Awenowicz, Coordinator of Field Placement University of Pittsburgh Use brain-friendly teaching strategies to maximize the benefits of extended time formats! Believing that block scheduling is one of the best environments for applying brain-compatible instructional methods, the authors have compiled a rich resource to show both novice and veteran teachers how to use brain-friendly strategies in extended time periods to deliver highly effective instruction and enhance learning for all students. A practical toolbox for teaching in block schedule formats, Brain-Compatible Learning for the Block, Second Edition focuses on a four-phase lesson model of inquiring, gathering, processing, and applying. This approach helps learners identify what they already know about the concepts or skills to be covered in the lesson, collect new information related to the lesson topic, engage in activities that will help the brain store new information, and transfer what they′ve learned to real-life settings. Written for middle school and high school educators, this second edition: Provides detailed sample lesson plans Examines how extended time formats impact student achievement Illustrates how to focus the learning experience for students Explores various alternative scheduling formats Offers updated research related to brain-based learning and block scheduling This book provides educators with concrete and accessible ideas for combining brain-based strategies with extended time formats and is an essential resource for making the most of block scheduling.
Download or read book Brain Compatible Assessments written by Diane Ronis and published by Corwin Press. This book was released on 2007-01-24 with total page 161 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Real learning is deeply personal. It requires that learners participate meaningfully in the ideas and subjects that they explore as they shape and reshape what they know and want to know. Diane Ronis has written a book that brings coherence and intelligence to understanding how to assess such learning." —From the Foreword by Renate Nummela Caine Give students a clear roadmap for future success! Each student, unique in his or her ability to learn, acquires processes and demonstrates knowledge individually. Building upon this premise, Diane Ronis, a recognized expert in brain-compatible learning and assessment, goes beyond the world of standardized testing to show educators how to build and use targeted assessments based on the latest neuroscientific research. Updated to reflect recent findings about how the brain learns, Brain-Compatible Assessments, Second Edition, provides readers with revised tools for assessing achievement in ways that allow for brain differences within any classroom setting. Showing teachers how to construct rubrics that are based on standards and reflect principles of brain-compatible learning, this second edition: Applies brain research to improve formative and summative assessment in the classroom Provides how-to′s for designing top quality rubrics Incorporates computer technologytools to enhance learning, increase productivity, and promote creativity Educators will discover how to effectively apply practical high-level assessments in a standards-based environment to help all students realize their potential and succeed.
Download or read book 125 Brain Games for Toddlers and Twos written by Jackie Silberg and published by ReadHowYouWant.com. This book was released on 2010-02 with total page 290 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 125 Brain Games for Toddlers and Twos Did You Know the Brain of a Toddler... has formed 1000 trillion working connections by the end of the third year (twice as many as adults have!); is twice as active as that of a college student ; can absorb and organize new information much faster than an adult's brain can. A young child's brain grows at a phenomenal rate in the first years of life, opening a window of opportunity for learning that occurs only once in a lifetime. 125 Brain Games for Toddlers and Twos is a fun-filled collection of ways to lay the groundwork for your child's future. It is packed with everyday opportunities to contribute to brain development during the critical period from 12-36 months. Each game is accompanied by information on related brain research and a description of how the activity promotes brain power in your child.
Download or read book Building the Reading Brain PreK 3 written by Pamela Nevills and published by Corwin Press. This book was released on 2009-01-06 with total page 233 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the Back Cover: Discover how children's brains change as they develop early reading skills! This updated edition of the best-selling book covers brain theory and research to give educators a clear picture of how children acquire and develop language skills in preparation for reading. Moving through skills acquisition from birth to age eight, this resource provides best teaching practices for fostering critical literacy skills for each age group. This second edition features updated research, expanded information on English language learners and Response to Intervention, and information about mirror neurons, sensory input, and decoding pathways. Readers will find: Developmentally appropriate, brain-friendly strategies for building phonemic awareness, phonics, vocabulary, comprehension, and fluency skills; Instructional applications for games, music, and play; Interventions for children with early reading difficulties. Building the Reading Brain, PreK-3 sheds light on early childhood cognition and language development to help teachers provide all young learners with a strong foundation for reading success.
Download or read book Brain Research and Childhood Education written by Doris Bergen and published by Taylor & Francis. This book was released on 2017-02-10 with total page 147 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Cover -- Title -- Copyright -- Dedication -- Contents -- Acknowledgments -- Introduction: Need for New Edition of Brain Research and Childhood Education -- 1 Understanding the Brain -- 2 Prenatal Brain Development as a Foundation for Learning -- 3 Brain Development and Learning in the Infant and Toddler Years -- 4 Brain Development and Learning in the Preschool Years -- 5 Brain Development and Learning in the Elementary Years -- 6 Brain Development and Learning in the Middle Childhood Years -- 7 Brain Development and Learning in the Adolescent Years -- 8 Evaluating Educational Practices from a Brain Research Perspective -- Glossary of Brain and Nervous System Terms -- Index.
Download or read book Brain Matters written by Patricia Wolfe and published by ASCD. This book was released on 2010-09-15 with total page 265 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Everyone agrees that what we do in schools should be based on what we know about how the brain learns. Until recently, however, we have had few clues to unlock the secrets of the brain. Now, research from the neurosciences has greatly improved our understanding of the learning process, and we have a much more solid foundation on which to base educational decisions. In this completely revised and updated second edition, Patricia Wolfe clarifies how we can effectively match teaching practice with brain functioning. Encompassing the most recent and relevant research and knowledge, this edition also includes three entirely new chapters that examine brain development from birth through adolescence and identify the impact of exercise, sleep, nutrition, and technology on the brain. Brain Matters begins with a "mini-textbook" on brain anatomy and physiology, bringing the biology of the brain into context with teaching and learning. Wolfe describes how the brain encodes, manipulates, and stores information, and she proposes implications that recent research has for practice—why meaning is essential for attention, how emotion can enhance or impede learning, and how different types of rehearsal are necessary for different types of learning. Finally, Wolfe introduces and examines practical classroom applications and brain-compatible teaching strategies that take advantage of simulations, projects, problem-based learning, graphic organizers, music, active engagement, and mnemonics. These strategies are accompanied by actual classroom scenarios—spanning the content areas and grade levels from lower elementary to high school&mdashthat help teachers connect theory with practice.
Download or read book Culturally Responsive Teaching and The Brain written by Zaretta Hammond and published by Corwin Press. This book was released on 2014-11-13 with total page 193 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A bold, brain-based teaching approach to culturally responsive instruction To close the achievement gap, diverse classrooms need a proven framework for optimizing student engagement. Culturally responsive instruction has shown promise, but many teachers have struggled with its implementation—until now. In this book, Zaretta Hammond draws on cutting-edge neuroscience research to offer an innovative approach for designing and implementing brain-compatible culturally responsive instruction. The book includes: Information on how one’s culture programs the brain to process data and affects learning relationships Ten “key moves” to build students’ learner operating systems and prepare them to become independent learners Prompts for action and valuable self-reflection
Download or read book Building the Reading Brain PreK 3 written by Pat Wolfe and published by Corwin Press. This book was released on 2004-04-19 with total page 202 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Please update SAGE UK and SAGE INDIA address on imprint page
Download or read book Social Emotional Learning and the Brain written by Marilee Sprenger and published by ASCD. This book was released on 2020-09-22 with total page 234 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: ASCD Bestseller! Today's teachers face a daunting challenge: how to ensure a positive school experience for their students, many of whom carry the burden of adverse childhood experiences, such as abuse, poverty, divorce, abandonment, and numerous other serious social issues. Spurred by her personal experience and extensive exploration of brain-based learning, author Marilee Sprenger explains how brain science—what we know about how the brain works—can be applied to social-emotional learning. Specifically, she addresses how to - Build strong, caring relationships with students to give them a sense of belonging. - Teach and model empathy, so students feel understood and can better understand others. - Awaken students' self-awareness, including the ability to name their own emotions, have accurate self-perceptions, and display self-confidence and self-efficacy. - Help students manage their behavior through impulse control, stress management, and other positive skills. - Improve students' social awareness and interaction with others. - Teach students how to handle relationships, including with people whose backgrounds differ from their own. - Guide students in making responsible decisions. Offering clear, easy-to-understand explanations of brain activity and dozens of specific strategies for all grade levels, Social-Emotional Learning and the Brain is an essential guide to creating supportive classroom environments and improving outcomes for all our students.
Download or read book This Is Your Brain Teaching About Neuroscience and Addiction Research written by Terra Nova Learning Systems and published by NSTA Press. This book was released on 2012 with total page 297 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The need for studentsOCO understanding of the value of the neurosciencesOCoand the damaging effects of illicit drug use, the mechanisms of addiction, and the scientific and ethical basis of animal-based drug abuse researchOCois critical to creating a better future for our children (from the Introduction). This innovative middle school curriculum presents 10 comprehensive, ready-to-use lessons about contemporary real-world issues involved in drug use and abuse."
Download or read book Brain Friendly School Libraries written by Judith Anne Sykes and published by Bloomsbury Publishing USA. This book was released on 2005-12-30 with total page 134 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This title gives concrete practical examples of how to align school library programs and instructional practice with the six key concepts of brain-compatible learning: increasing input to the brain; increasing experiential data; multiple source feedback; reducing threat; involving students in learning decision making; and interdisciplinary unit planning. This title, Brain Friendly School Libraries, gives concrete practical examples of how to align school library programs and instructional practice with the six key concepts of brain-compatible learning: increasing input to the brain; increasing experiential data; multiple source feedback; reducing threat; involving students in learning decision making; and interdisciplinary unit planning. It includes chapters that summarize the current brain research and current thinking about its implication for instructional practice in the school library media center as well as discusses the work of Ellen Langer (mindful learning), Geoffrey and Renette Caine, Bob Sylwester and other major proponents of teaching with the brain in mind.
Download or read book Brain Research in Education and the Social Sciences written by Doris Bergen and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2017-11-08 with total page 214 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Brain Research in Education and the Social Sciences: Implications for Practice, Parenting, and Future Society provides practitioners, parents, and policy makers with research-based information and illustrative case studies about brain development across the lifespan. Neurotechnological advances that are contributing to a broader understanding of brain development and brain illnesses are discussed in a context specifically relevant to those working in education and the social sciences. The book enables readers to understand the societal implications of this expanding knowledge base and offers suggestions for future policies and practices that would make high-quality learning environments available to all students and individuals receiving care.
Download or read book Brain Power written by and published by . This book was released on 2001 with total page 284 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Designed to take students step by step through an exploration of the processes of science and how to use these processes to learn about the brain, the nervous system, and the effects of drugs on the nervous system and the body.
Download or read book 12 Brain Mind Learning Principles in Action written by Renate Nummela Caine and published by Corwin Press. This book was released on 2015-07-27 with total page 321 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Raise the bar with the best of what is known about how the brain/mind learns Higher-order skills such as critical thinking, planning, decision-making and persistence are the key to success for today’s students. Fully revised to respond to the Common Core and other timely developments, this indispensable guide builds the bridge from brain research to classroom practice. The updated third edition offers More strategies to deeply engage students and build foundational learning skills Guidance on peer-based professional development through Process Learning Circles Reflective questions and checklists for assessing progress Updated, real-life examples Bridge research to practice through these innovative strategies to create a school environment where students and faculty learn and thrive.
