Powerful Classrooms: Evidence-informed Strategies and Resources

by Patrice M. Bain, Tom Sherrington (Foreword by)

Overview

Bring cognitive research to teaching practice with this practical toolkit

How do you introduce the science of learning to your faculty? How do you leverage professional development to ensure that teachers continually apply that science within their classrooms? How can you maximize learning in your classroom through the use of researched and evidence-informed strategies? These are the questions Patrice Bain sets out to answer in Powerful Classrooms: Evidence-informed Strategies and Resources. This book is a follow-up to Powerful Teaching, in which Bain and Pooja Agarwal unlocked the secrets to successfully applying the science of learning in classroom settings. Now, Bain seeks to share her strategies with a wider audience of educators and school administrators.

Patrice Bain is a longtime teacher and a leading voice in the science of learning. In this book, she uses easy-to-understand language to explain the latest findings from cognitive science about how humans learn best. Then, she offers practical techniques and activities for encouraging learning in any subject. Inside, you'll find:

• Clear explanations of the science of learning and how it can improve administration and classroom teaching
• Research-based practices that can be used everywhere from small-scale classrooms to large school districts
• A collection of the best articles, books, podcasts, and websites for further exploration

For administrators, instructional coaches, and teachers looking for simple yet powerful practices, adding Powerful Classrooms into your educational toolkit will enhance student success through the science of learning.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781394289271
Publisher:	Wiley
Publication date:	09/24/2024
Pages:	304
Sales rank:	384,513
Product dimensions:	6.00(w) x 8.90(h) x 0.80(d)

About the Author

PATRICE M. BAIN, Ed.S., is an award-winning teacher and author. Her research-based teaching strategies have proven successful for thousands of students. In addition to Powerful Teaching and A Parent’s Guide to Powerful Teaching, she also coauthored Organizing Instruction and Study to Improve Student Learning with the Institute of Education Sciences (IES).

What People are Saying About This

From the Publisher

Praise for Powerful Classrooms

“Patrice Bain's unique combination of extensive teaching experience and collaboration with cognitive scientists makes Powerful Classrooms an authoritative guide on effective teaching strategies. Her passion for improving education shines through every page, making it an inspiring read for educators everywhere.”

—Dr Carl Hendrick, Academica University of Applied Sciences, Amsterdam

“Powerful Classrooms is a radiant blend of heart and science, making cognitive principles both accessible and practical for educators. Patrice's dedication and expertise shine through, offering invaluable strategies that transform teaching and learning.”

—Lauren Waldman, learning scientist, Founder Learning Pirate Inc.

“Whether you are just starting your evidence-informed journey or already well on the way, Powerful Classrooms is filled with strategies and insights that will help you on your path to a truly powerful classroom. Bain's unique perspective is buoyed by a multitude of diverse educators' voices and evidence-informed approaches, making this book an invaluable resource.”

—Kent Wetzel, leadership development teacher specialist, Frederick County Public Schools, Maryland

“As an education practitioner determined to improve learner outcomes, you’ll definitely sense the golden thread running throughout this book; that every teacher can be successful if they appreciate the impact that comes from teaching students how to learn. Patrice Bain has unselfishly made life so much easier for all of us, by providing further ‘evidence’ for the science of learning, both through her own significant classroom research, and by capturing the voices of other educational influencers who use evidence-based strategies to create intentional classrooms.”

—Liz Keable, ‘Metacognition in Practice’ specialist

“This book delivers what teachers really need to transform research into reality—concrete examples from Patrice's own pioneering experience combined with other teacher's insights from their own powerful classrooms.”

—Diane Lauer, chief academic officer, St. Vrain Valley Schools

“In a perfect world, every teacher would have an evidence-informed expert and friend in the classroom next door to generously share the most powerful teaching strategies! Patrice Bain is that best friend and teaching colleague. In Powerful Classrooms, she not only delivers the best, most actionable evidence-informed advice and guidance, but she also introduces the reader to her friends—creating an inspiring community of expertise within a book that will become a trusted companion.”

—Margaret (Meg) Lee, educator, connector, and author of Mindsets for Parents

“Patrice Bain is a teacher’s teacher. By telling her own journey in cognitive science, her book is a celebration of teachers across the world who have embraced the science of learning in their classrooms. This is a must-read, how-to manual for any educator looking to better inform their practice with what scientists know about how we learn.”

—M-J Mercanti-Anthony, Ed.D, principal, Antonia Pantoja Preparatory Academy, NYC Public Schools

“Patrice has done it again! Powerful Classrooms is an essential guide that bridges cognitive science and classroom practice, offering educators evidence-based strategies that we can start using straight away. Teachers who caught the bug with the first Powerful Teaching book will find this companion filled with tools, tips, and resources, all enriched by Patrice's deep experience as a master teacher. Where was this book when I was in teacher school?”

—Zach Groshell, PhD, teacher, instructional coach, host of the Progressively Incorrect podcast

“Powerful Teaching inspired you to embrace the messiness of learning. Powerful Classrooms by Patrice Bain builds on this foundation by equipping you with concrete, innovative strategies that help you navigate this complexity. These strategies not only acknowledge the intricacies of modern education but actively harness them to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes. This book is your essential guide to transforming classroom challenges into opportunities by mastering the beautiful chaos of real learning.”

—Shannon Schinkel, high school educator and host, The Embrace the Messy Podcast with Shannon Schinkel