Description
Book SynopsisEducators have an incredible opportunity to influence the development of neural pathways within the brain of each student. Biller''s guide to brain-friendly learning promotes an understanding of how the neuroscience discoveries of the past decade can be applied in today''s classrooms. His four-step process called I-CAN, an acronym for: Instructional climate, Cerebral engagement, Abundant connections and Neural practice, provides instructional tools and strategies that are aligned with the way the brain naturally learns and will aid in effective teaching and discipline. This book bridges the gap between neurological research and classroom application. Intended for K-12 educators, this work will be of interest to parents and others looking for insight into how the brain receives, processes, and stores information.
Trade ReviewWhat a challenge to educators! The truth is that we do have the power to influence or change the brain of every child in our classrooms. Dr. Biller offers practical research-based instructional strategies that enable educators to create the brain-friendly classrooms in which this challenge CAN be met! -- Cookie Greer, principal, George Washington Elementary School, Kingsport, Tennessee
This book is for educators who want to design lessons that are aligned with how the brain naturally learns. It provides a review of current scientific research concerning how the brain functions and includes practical instructional strategies that are easy to use and well researched. I would recommend this book as an addition to your professional library. -- Eric Jensen, author of Teaching with the Brain in Mind, and international consultant on brain-based learning
Table of ContentsChapter 1 Acknowledgments Chapter 2 Introduction Chapter 3 1 A Look Inside the Brain Chapter 4 2 Strategies for Designing Brain-Friendly Classrooms Chapter 5 3 Cerebral Engagement: The Pathways to Memory Chapter 6 4 Abundant Connections Chapter 7 5 Neural Practice Chapter 8 6 Nurture Your Neurons Chapter 9 References Chapter 10 Index Chapter 11 About the Author
