Unlock the Secrets of Educational Neuroscience: A Compact Guide to Improving Student Outcomes

Discover the fascinating world of educational neuroscience with Cathy Rogers and Michael S. C. Thomas’s comprehensive introduction to this emerging field. This engaging book explains how the brain works and its priorities for learning, providing a fresh perspective on how to improve student outcomes.

Combining Educational Neuroscience with Psychology and Teacher Expertise

The authors reveal how neuroscientific evidence is challenging our assumptions about learning and education, and how combining this knowledge with human and social psychology, and teacher expertise, can lead to better student outcomes.

Understanding the Brain’s Priorities for Learning

The book explores the brain’s priorities, including:

• Processing senses and moving our bodies
• Emotional processing
• The complex task of interacting with others

Each chapter delves into the intricacies of thinking and learning, examining how memory works and the multiple systems involved in the learning process.

Guidance for Effective Classroom Practice

The authors provide practical guidance for teachers, educators, and professionals, including:

• Key issues for special educational needs and neurodiversity
• Case studies of innovative interventions
• Debunking common neuromyths
• Tips for evaluating and improving teaching practice

This compact and accessible book is an essential read for students of psychology, neuroscience, and education, as well as educational professionals seeking to improve their understanding of how we learn.

Published by Routledge, this 226-page hardcover book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the fascinating story of educational neuroscience.

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