Dehaene, Stanislas

How We Learn: The New Science of Education and the Brain

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ISBN 13:
9780141989303
author:
Dehaene, Stanislas
format:
Paperback / softback
publisher:
Penguin Books Ltd
language:
English
Publication Year:
2021
Pages:
352
Dimensions:
19.8 x 12.9 x 2 centimeters (0.2
Genre:
Nonfiction, Philosophy, Computers,
Condition:
New
Availability:
Item usually sent within 7 working days
£10.70

Description

The human brain is an extraordinary machine, capable of processing information and adapting to circumstances in ways that are unparalleled. In "How We Learn", leading neuroscientist Stanislas Dehaene explores the psychological, neuronal, synaptic and molecular mechanisms of learning, revealing the secrets of how our brains acquire knowledge and skills. Dehaene delves into the world of learning, examining the four pillars of the brain's learning algorithm: attention, active engagement, error feedback and consolidation. He explains why youth is a sensitive period for learning, during which brain plasticity is maximal, but also assures us that our abilities continue into adulthood. By understanding how learning really works, we can enhance our own learning and memory, and even improve the learning algorithms in our schools and universities. This book offers a groundbreaking explanation of the human brain's learning mechanisms, drawing on case studies and recent developments in artificial intelligence. With its unique blend of psychology, neuroscience and education, "How We Learn" is a fascinating and insightful exploration of one of the greatest feats of human achievement.

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