Brain-Based Learning: Teaching the Way Students Really Learn

by Eric P. Jensen, Liesl McConchie

Overview

Learn how to teach like a pro and have fun, too!

The more you know about the brains of your students, the better you can be at your profession. Brain-based teaching gives you the tools to boost cognitive functioning, decrease discipline issues, increase graduation rates, and foster the joy of learning. This innovative, new edition of the bestselling Brain-Based Learning by Eric Jensen and master teacher and trainer Liesl McConchie provides an up-to-date, evidence-based learning approach that reveals how the brain naturally learns best in school. Based on findings from neuroscience, biology, and psychology, you will find: 

• In-depth, relevant insights about the impact of relationships, the senses, movement, and emotions on learning
• Savvy strategies for creating a high-quality learning environment, complete with strategies for self-care
• Teaching tools to motivate struggling students and help them succeed that can be implemented immediately

This rejuvenated classic with its easy-to-use format remains the guide to transforming your classroom into an academic, social, and emotional success story.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781544394671
Publisher:	SAGE Publications
Publication date:	03/16/2020
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	240
File size:	9 MB

About the Author

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: [e-mail].

Liesl McConchie is an international expert on how the brain learns, and co-author of Corwin’s best-selling book Brain-Based Learning with Dr. Eric Jensen. She has been published in multiple education journals, including ASCD′s Educational Leadership journal and NCTM’s Mathematics Teacher. With over 25 years of experience in education, Liesl bridges her knowledge of how the brain best learns with her experience of teaching math to create tangible strategies to support teachers and schools across the globe. She has a rich background in education that includes creating new schools, leading whole-school reforms, delivering workshops to educators, and speaking at conferences. Liesl brings the highest quality of research, professionalism, and engagement to all her contributions to the field of education.

 

Table of Contents

List of Illustrations
Preface
Acknowledgments
About the Authors
Introduction
Part I: Fundamentals of Brain-Based Learning
Chapter 1: How the Brain Usually Learns
What Is Learning?
Learning’s Big Five Players
Four Types of Input: A Deeper Dive
Putting It All Together
Beyond Explicit/Declarative Input
Summary
Chapter 2: Why Each Brain Is Unique
Age
Genetics
Environments
Gender
Luck
Conclusion
Part II: Laying the Foundation for Learning
Chapter 3: How Our Senses Impact Learning
Senses Are Signals
Smell
Air Quality
Negative Ionization
Sight
Sound
Touch
Chapter 4: Relationships in the Classroom
The Biology of Relationships
Perceptions Matter
Recognize and Act on Equity
Chapter 5: The Power of Neuroplasticity
The Properties of Neuroplasticity
Why the Brain Needs Plasticity
How to Foster Neuroplasticity
Conclusion
Part III: The Brain’s Learning Strengths
Chapter 6: How Emotions Impact Learning
Our Basic Emotions
Emotions vs. Moods vs. States
Emotions in the Brain
Creating a Positive Environment With Classroom Traditions
Summary
Chapter 7: Physical Movement and the Brain
Movement and Cognition
Movement and Emotional Self-Regulation
Movement and Health
Conclusion
Chapter 8: Motivation That Works
Understanding Motivation
Understanding Demotivation
Short-Term Motivational Strategies
Long-Term Motivational Strategies
Conclusion
Part IV: Putting This Together in Your Classroom
Chapter 9: The Non-Conscious Learning Climate
Safety
Sense of Belonging
Feeling Hopeful and Supported
Conclusion
Chapter 10: Better Classroom Learning—Easy as R-C-C
R: Readiness
C: Coherent Construction
C: Consolidation
Chapter 11: Getting Your Brain to Work With You, Not Against You: Self-Care
Vibrant Health (Physical Well-Being)
Running Your Own Brain (Emotional Well-Being)
Relationships (Social Well-Being)
Conclusion
References
Index