Brain-Based Learning
The New Science of Teaching & Training
1st Edition
Published on 28. February 2000
Book
Paperback/Softback
404 pages
978-1-890460-05-1 (ISBN)
Description
In this best-selling book, Eric Jensen leads you through brain research findings about how the brain processes and accesses information. Then, he translates those findings into practical methods and theories that will infuse your teaching and training with energy and a renewed sense of purpose. Each fascinating topic features a "What This Means to You" section to ensure your understanding, as well as "Reflection Questions" to help make the information relevant to you.
Complete with diagrams and charts, Brain-Based Learning is packed with solid information to give you a good foundation for mastering brain research-based teaching techniques that can dramatically improve student performance and success.
Complete with diagrams and charts, Brain-Based Learning is packed with solid information to give you a good foundation for mastering brain research-based teaching techniques that can dramatically improve student performance and success.
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Language
English
Place of publication
San Diego
United States
Publishing group
SAGE Publications Inc
Target group
Professional and scholarly
Dimensions
Height: 254 mm
Width: 178 mm
Weight
834 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-890460-05-1 (9781890460051)
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Person
Eric Jensen is a former teacher who grew up in San Diego, California. With a Ph.D. in Human Development, he synthesizes brain research and develops practical applications for educators.
He is listed among the top 30 educators in the world at GlobalGurus.org. Dr. Jensen has authored over 30 books, including Different Brains, Different Learners, Teaching with the Brain in Mind, Turnaround Tools for the Teenage Brain, Teaching with Poverty in Mind, Engaging Students with Poverty in Mind, and Poor Students Rich Students. Dr. Jensen co-founded an academic enrichment program held in 14 countries with over 75,000 graduates. He is a member of the invitation-only Society for Neuroscience and the President's Club at Salk Institute of Biological Studies.
Dr. Jensen provides conference speaking and trainings that can be found at jensenlearning.com. Or, contact: eric@jensenlearning.com.
He is listed among the top 30 educators in the world at GlobalGurus.org. Dr. Jensen has authored over 30 books, including Different Brains, Different Learners, Teaching with the Brain in Mind, Turnaround Tools for the Teenage Brain, Teaching with Poverty in Mind, Engaging Students with Poverty in Mind, and Poor Students Rich Students. Dr. Jensen co-founded an academic enrichment program held in 14 countries with over 75,000 graduates. He is a member of the invitation-only Society for Neuroscience and the President's Club at Salk Institute of Biological Studies.
Dr. Jensen provides conference speaking and trainings that can be found at jensenlearning.com. Or, contact: eric@jensenlearning.com.
Content
Preface
1. Rethinking the Brain
2. Discovering Our Brain
3. How the Brain Learns
4. Bio-Cognitive Cycles
5. Optimal Environments
6. Preparing the Learner
7. The Brain, Gender, and Learning
8. The Nonconscious Learning Climate
9. Attentional States
10. Uniqueness and the Brain
11. Enriching the Brain
12. The Role of Movement and Exercise
13. Enhancing Cognition
14. Driven by Emotions
15. Memory and Recall
16. Stress and Threat
17. Music With a Purpose
18. Rewards, Motivation, and Creativity
19. Meaning-Making
20. Discipline With the Brain in Mind
21. Planning With the Brain in Mind
22. Brain-Compatible Classrooms
23. Curriculum With the Brain in Mind
24. Rethinking Assessment
25. Brain-Based Reform
Appendix
Bibliography
About the Author
Index
1. Rethinking the Brain
2. Discovering Our Brain
3. How the Brain Learns
4. Bio-Cognitive Cycles
5. Optimal Environments
6. Preparing the Learner
7. The Brain, Gender, and Learning
8. The Nonconscious Learning Climate
9. Attentional States
10. Uniqueness and the Brain
11. Enriching the Brain
12. The Role of Movement and Exercise
13. Enhancing Cognition
14. Driven by Emotions
15. Memory and Recall
16. Stress and Threat
17. Music With a Purpose
18. Rewards, Motivation, and Creativity
19. Meaning-Making
20. Discipline With the Brain in Mind
21. Planning With the Brain in Mind
22. Brain-Compatible Classrooms
23. Curriculum With the Brain in Mind
24. Rethinking Assessment
25. Brain-Based Reform
Appendix
Bibliography
About the Author
Index