New @ B.Z.E.R.C. Ben Zaidman Education Resource Centre – April 2015 Edition
Welcome Spring! While we’re waiting for Spring to take us out of the Winter doldrums, why not take a moment to look at the latest news from ASCD (Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development) about …
Minds-On Learning Source: shttp://bit.ly/1b6MfIZ
A revolution in cognitive science has shed light on how the brain learns, but you don't have to be a neuroscientist to apply brain-based learning strategies in your own classroom. From brain scans to lesson plans, read how teachers extract practical pointers that ignite the mind. The Five Key Ingredients in Quality, Neuroscience-Based Learning Programs How can educators sort through the hype and promises of brain-based learning products to identify those with the design features that build targeted skills? http://bit.ly/1zffoxu Four Common Sense Tenets of Brain-Based Learning The messages might be indirect, but students are always giving us information about the conditions that affect their learning. See how this teacher works with students to explore brain-based research to develop a minds-on classroom. http://bit.ly/1JKBGqK Strengthening Connections in a Brain-Friendly Classroom Which teaching practices capitalize on neuroplasticity? How can teachers help students build long-term connections to new learning? http://bit.ly/1DDdhQj
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Field Notes: Minds-On Exploratory Learning by Jennifer Bloch http://bit.ly/1bwdmhb With an activity that requires only three rules and some dry-erase markers, a 6th grade social studies teacher uses exploratory play to lead students to understand conceptual vocabulary. Find other items in our catalogue with the subject headings: • Brain • Psychology of learning • Intellect • Learning—Physiological aspects