Learning Smarter: The New Science of Teaching

Eric Jensen, Michael Dabney

ISBN 10: 1890460095 / ISBN 13: 9781890460099

Published by Corwin 2000-02-28, 2000

Seller Inventory # 6666-IUK-9781890460099

Synopsis:

Formerly a publication of The Brain Store

Looking for a handy reference with a good balance of theory and practice? Learning Smarter translates the latest research into easy-to-implement action steps to help increase your teaching effectiveness. Each of the brief articles summarizes exciting discoveries about the brain and learning while translating them into practical classroom applications.

This fully cited resource covers a variety of material in small, digestible chunks. Included within each chapter are specific tips for boosting cognition, improving test scores, and encouraging student achievement. Each of the nearly one hundred reader-friendly briefs ends with a complete list of references for additional fact finding.

About the Author:

Eric Jensen is a former teacher who grew up in San Diego, California. With a Ph.D. in Human Development, he synthesizes brain research and develops practical applications for educators. 

He is listed among the top 30 educators in the world at GlobalGurus.org. Dr. Jensen has authored over 30 books, including Different Brains, Different Learners, Teaching with the Brain in Mind, Turnaround Tools for the Teenage Brain, Teaching with Poverty in Mind, Engaging Students with Poverty in Mind, and Poor Students Rich Students. Dr. Jensen co-founded an academic enrichment program held in 14 countries with over 75,000 graduates. He is a member of the invitation-only Society for Neuroscience and the President’s Club at Salk Institute of Biological Studies.

Dr. Jensen provides conference speaking and trainings that can be found at jensenlearning.com. Or, contact: eric@jensenlearning.com.

Bibliographic Details

Title: Learning Smarter: The New Science of Teaching
Publisher: Corwin 2000-02-28
Publication Date: 2000
Binding: Paperback
Condition: New