The Best of Corwin

Educational Neuroscience
1. Auflage 2011
ISBN: 978-1-4522-1734-5
Verlag: Corwin

Buch, Englisch, 200 Seiten, Format (B × H): 178 mm x 254 mm, Gewicht: 387 g

Reihe: The Best of Corwin

Learn about the brain from some fine minds in education

The Best of Corwin series showcases key chapters from critically acclaimed Corwin publications for a powerful compilation of perspectives on important education issues and topics. Featuring the works of recognized pioneers in the nascent field of educational neuroscience, this cutting-edge collection show show to apply current brain research to teaching and learning. The book is divided into three parts: The Developing Brain, The Brain in School, and Instructional Strategies for Every Brain. Chapter topics include:

- Brain structures and development from birth through adolescence
- What causes the brain to pay attention and remember
- How the brain learns to read and calculate
- Differences between the male and female brain
- The social and academic needs of students with learning difficulties
- Strategies for keeping students' brains engaged, focused, and energized

Teachers are brain-changers, and knowing more about how the brain learns can only make you more successful at reaching and engaging young minds.

Autoren/Hrsg.

Sousa, David A.

Fachgebiete

• Sozialwissenschaften Psychologie Allgemeine Psychologie Biologische Psychologie, Neuropsychologie
• Sozialwissenschaften Psychologie Allgemeine Psychologie Kognitionspsychologie Lernen
• Sozialwissenschaften Pädagogik Lehrerausbildung, Unterricht & Didaktik Lehrerausbildung

Inhaltsverzeichnis

Preface - David A. Sousa
Introduction - David A. Sousa
About the Editor
About the Contributors
Part I. The Developing Brain
1. The Physiology of the Brain - David A. Sousa
2. The Child's Brain - Robert Sylwester
3. The Adolescent's Brain - Sheryl G. Feinstein
Part II. The Brain in School
4. The Literate Brain - Pamela Nevills
5. The Numerate Brain - David A. Sousa
6. The Male and the Female Brain - Abigail Norfleet James
7. The Special Needs Brain - Eric Jensen
Part III. Instructional Strategies for Every Brain
8. Calming the Brain - Michael A. Scaddan
9. Engaging the Brain - Marcia L. Tate
10. Focusing the Brain - Marcia L. Tate
11. Energizing the Brain - Eric Jensen
References

Über Autor(innen)

Sousa, David A.
DR. David A. Sousa is an international consultant in educational neuroscience and author of more than twenty books that suggest ways educators and parents can translate current brain research into strategies for improving learning. A member of the Cognitive Neuroscience Society, he has conducted workshops in hundreds of school districts on brain research, instructional skills, and science education at the preK–12 and university levels. He has made presentations to more than two hundred thousand educators at national conventions of educational organizations and to regional and local school districts across the United States, Canada, Europe, Australia, New Zealand, and Asia.
Dr. Sousa has a bachelor’s degree in chemistry from Bridgewater State University in Massachusetts, a master of arts in teaching degree in science from Harvard University, and a doctorate from Rutgers University. His teaching experience covers all levels. He has taught senior high school science and served as a K–12 director of science, supervisor of instruction, and district superintendent in New Jersey schools. He was an adjunct professor of education at Seton Hall University for ten years and a visiting lecturer at Rutgers University.
Prior to his career in New Jersey, Dr. Sousa taught at the American School of Paris (France) and served for five years as a foreign service officer and science advisor at the US diplomatic missions in Geneva (Switzerland) and Vienna (Austria).
Dr. Sousa has edited science books and published dozens of articles in leading journals on professional development, science education, and educational research. His most popular books for educators include How the Brain Learns, now in its sixth edition; How the Special Needs Brain Learns, second edition; How the Gifted Brain Learns; How the Brain Learns to Read, second edition; How the Brain Influences Behavior; How the ELL Brain Learns; Differentiation and the Brain, second edition (with Carol Tomlinson); and How the Brain Learns Mathematics, second edition, which was selected by the Independent Book Publishers Association as one of the best professional development books. The Leadership Brain suggests ways for educators to lead today’s schools more effectively. Dr. Sousa’s books have been published in French, Spanish, Chinese, Arabic, Korean, Russian, and several other languages. His book Brainwork: The Neuroscience Behind How We Lead Others is written for business and organizational leaders.
Dr. Sousa is past president of the National Staff Development Council (now called Learning Forward). He has received numerous awards from professional associations, school districts, and educational foundations for his commitment to research, staff development, and science education. He received the Distinguished Alumni Award and an honorary doctorate from Bridgewater State University and an honorary doctorate in humane letters from Gratz College in Philadelphia.
Dr. Sousa has been interviewed on the NBC Today show, by other television programs, and by National Public Radio about his work with schools using brain research. He makes his home in south Florida.