Neuroscience
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The Neuroscience Of Math Instruction and Learning
Most educators intuitively understand that the subject of Math is more involved than just memorizing tables and formulas. In fact, research shows that the ... -
How to Train Students to Use Their Prefrontal Cortex to Pay Better Attention
So you want your kids and students to pay better attention? Start with the prefrontal cortex. What is the Prefrontal Cortex? Aptly named, the ... -
The Secret Science of Learning: 5 Dos and Don’ts
As educators, we sometimes forget the basic concept that teaching does not equal learning. No matter how much effort and care we put into ... -
Can We Actually Grow Our Brains?
Seeking to employ a growth mindset, it can be tempting as a teacher to tell a student that “he/she can do anything” and then ... -
Employing Brain-Friendly Learning Strategies to Advance Student Achievement and Problem Solving
I remember my first teaching interview like it was yesterday. I’ll never forget one question the principal asked, “Do you think teaching is an ... -
Examining the Research on How Brains Learn Mathematics
Growing up, math was a strong suit of mine. I excelled in the subject. Until Algebra II. It was during this time that I ... -
How Neuroscience Research Can Inform Academic Interventions
In recent years, the field of neuroscience has been attracting attention in the realm of education. Merriam Webster defines neuroscience as a “branch of ... -
Education Customized to Your Genome is Coming, But I Don’t Know How I Feel About It
As an avid reader, I pride myself on staying abreast of the latest advances in every human endeavor, especially education. So when I read ... -
The Neuroscience of Early Childhood Development
When we talk about early childhood development, especially best practices, we rarely factor in the importance of neuroscience. Before I begin my discussion, I ... -
5 Learning Myths That May Be Stunting Your Intellectual Growth
When I was a Prek-12 student, I had a lot of amazing teachers who were passionate about the teaching and learning process. Many of ...
