The Art of Changing the Brain - Enriching the Practice of Teaching by Exploring the Biology of Learning

Zull, James E.

ISBN 10: 1579220541 / ISBN 13: 9781579220549

Editore: Stylus Publishing, Sterling, Virginia, 2002

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263 Pages Indexed. Owner's name in red ink inside front cover. No other marks or stamps.Interior text pages are flawless. Neuroscience tells us that the products of the mind -- thought, emotions, artistic creation -- are the result of the interactions of the biological brain with our senses and the physical world: in short, that thinking and learning are the products of a biological process. This realization, that learning actually alters the brain by changing the number and strength of synapses, offers a powerful foundation for rethinking teaching practice and one's philosophy of teaching. James Zull invites teachers in higher education or any other setting to accompany him in his exploration of what scientists can tell us about the brain and to discover how this knowledge can influence the practice of teaching. He describes the brain in clear non-technical language and an engaging conversational tone, highlighting its functions and parts and how they interact, and always relating them to the real world of the classroom and his own evolution as a teacher. This book is grounded in the practicalities and challenges of creating effective opportunities for deep and lasting learning, and of dealing with students as unique learners. Codice articolo 15962

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Titolo: The Art of Changing the Brain - Enriching ...

Casa editrice: Stylus Publishing, Sterling, Virginia

Data di pubblicazione: 2002

Legatura: Trade Paperback

Condizione: Very Good

Edizione: First Edition Stated

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Neuroscience tells us that the products of the mind--thought, emotions, artistic creation--are the result of the interactions of the biological brain with our senses and the physical world: in short, that thinking and learning are the products of a biological process.

This realization, that learning actually alters the brain by changing the number and strength of synapses, offers a powerful foundation for rethinking teaching practice and one's philosophy of teaching.

James Zull invites teachers in higher education or any other setting to accompany him in his exploration of what scientists can tell us about the brain and to discover how this knowledge can influence the practice of teaching. He describes the brain in clear non-technical language and an engaging conversational tone, highlighting its functions and parts and how they interact, and always relating them to the real world of the classroom and his own evolution as a teacher.

"The Art of Changing the Brain" is grounded in the practicalities and challenges of creating effective opportunities for deep and lasting learning, and of dealing with students as unique learners.

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This is the best book I have read about the brain and learning. His perspective forms the foundation for a teaching approach that can dramatically improve human learning. --David A. Kolb, Dept. of Organizational Behavior, CWRU

He does an excellent job of demonstrating his thesis that educators can use knowledge about the brain to enhance pedagogical techniques. Well written - highly recommended. --Choice

[A] necessary part of any collection of important literature on teaching and learning. --Michael Theall, National Teaching and Learning Forum