This resource is dedicated to a dozen specific concepts from the most recent literature on brain based learning (educational neuroscience). The following list was compiled from those concepts most recommended by the author's graduate students as essential and important for teachers to know, understand, and put into practice. These students are also practicing teachers from all levels, from many different content areas, and at different levels of experience. The concepts discussed here were chosen for one or more of the following reasons – because they:
Are in direct contradiction to traditional or historic teaching practices; Are currently missing from many schools or classrooms; Are important accommodations to students’ cognitive processing; Could radically change teachers’ presentation methods and the ways in which instruction is designed or delivered; Have the potential to help children be better students, as well as help them remember and retain information.
After each idea the author has included a segment entitled – What needs to change? This area contains ideas that either explain the concept in more detail, and/or where suggestions for implementation are offered. In some cases the concept comes with additional online resources for readers to investigate. Over time the author may update and add to these resources.
The author requests, if you find this information useful, pass it on to other educators, and to parents. In some cases the information may also help older students gain a better understanding of their own metacognitive processes. Key word here – SHARE! There are links to some outstanding related resources throughout, please explore these too.
