Rogers, Cathy
Educational Neuroscience: The Basics (The Basics)
- ISBN 13:
- 9781032028552
- author:
- Rogers, Cathy
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Taylor & Francis Ltd
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2022
- Pages:
- 226
- Dimensions:
- 19.8 x 12.9 centimetres (0.26 kg
- Genre:
- Nonfiction, Education, Educational Psychology,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Educational Neuroscience: The Basics is a comprehensive introduction to the field of educational neuroscience, exploring how the brain works and its priorities for learning. By combining neuroscientific evidence with existing knowledge of human and social psychology, and teacher expertise, this book shows how educational neuroscience can improve outcomes for students.
The book delves into the brain's priorities, including processing senses and moving our bodies, emotional processing, and dealing with other people. It also unpacks the complex tasks of thinking and learning, considering how memory works and the many systems involved in learning. This vital volume offers guidance for effective classroom practice, current and future.
With features including key issues for special educational needs and neurodiversity, case studies of novel interventions, and guidance for teachers on how to evaluate their own practice, Educational Neuroscience: The Basics is a valuable resource for students of psychology, neuroscience, and education, as well as educational professionals and anyone interested in the fascinating story of how we learn.