Where Learning Happens

"There are many distractions competing for students' attention in today's highly stimulating world. Because of this, many students engage in class with divided attention, leading to less knowledge retention and overall learning. Where Learning Happens: Leveraging Working Memory and Attention in the Classroom by Julia A. Simms explores types of attention-sustained, selective, divided, and effective-in depth and offers research-informed strategies to maximize student attention and engagement. By understanding cognitive load theory, information processing principles, and other key concepts, teachers can leverage attention-related strategies to help students achieve their academic goals"--