Neurodevelopmental Differentiation: Optimizing Brain Systems to Maximize Learning

Imagine schools where everyone learns at high levels. Not just some students. Every student. This resource aims to help educators bring these schools to life through the power of neurodevelopmental differentiation. Backed by scientific and educational research, the book outlines how to assess and build students' inherent strengths in eight major areas in order to increase engagement, mastery, and ultimately, success.

• Study eight brain processing systems and understand how developing strengths in these areas increases academic success.
• Discover how to identify students' learning strengths and needs.
• Learn how to develop individualized learning plans to fit the needs of all students.
• Contemplate reflective questions on the eight brain areas to determine next steps in your own classroom.
• Utilize free online reproducibles to further your understanding of the material presented in the book.

Contents:
Acknowledgments
Table of Contents
About the Authors
Foreword
Introduction
Chapter 1: Spatial Reasoning
Chapter 2: Perceptual and Motor Skills
Chapter 3: Concentration and Memory
Chapter 4: Planning and Sequencing
Chapter 5: Thinking and Logic
Chapter 6: People Smarts
Chapter 7: Language and Word Smarts
Chapter 8: Number Smarts
Chapter 9: Implementing Neurodevelopmental Differentiation
References and Resources
Index

Andrew Fuller is a clinical psychologist who specializes in neuroscience, learning, and resilience. He works with schools around the globe to help increase the well-being and success of young people. Andrew's early career began in psychiatric crisis teams, where he often worked with people who were contemplating suicide. This led him to discover his passion for working with people to help them create futures they can fall in love with. Andrew is the author of many books, including Unlocking Your Child's Genius: How to Discover and Encourage Your Child's Natural Talents (2015), Tricky Kids: Transforming Conflict and Freeing Their Potential (2013a), Tricky Teens: How to Create a Great Relationship With Your Teen . . . Without Going Crazy! (2014), Tricky People: How to Deal With Horrible Types Before They Ruin Your Life (2013b), The Revolutionary Art of Changing Your Heart: The Essential Guide to Recharging Your Relationship (2019a), and Your Best Life at Any Age: How to Acknowledge Your Past, Revive Your Present, and Realise Your Future (2019b), and Feelings: How to Stay Sane in a Crazy World (in press).

Lucy Fuller is a passionate educator who practices within the Montessori framework. Her work integrates this framework with her ongoing development of every student's learning strengths and success.