Neuroscience
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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 ...
