10 best teaching practices : how brain research and learning styles define teaching competencies

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Author:

Tileston, Donna Walker.

ISBN:

9781412973939

Personal Author:

Tileston, Donna Walker.

Edition:

3rd ed.

Publication Information:

Physical Description:

xiv, 134 pages : illustrations ; 28 cm

Contents:

Creating an environment that facilitates learning -- Differentiating for different learning styles -- Helping students make connections from prior knowledge -- Teaching for long-term memory -- Constructing knowledge through higher-level thinking processes -- Fostering collaborative learning -- Bridging the gap between all learners -- Evaluating learning with authentic assessments -- Encouraging in-depth understanding with real-world applications -- Integrating technology seamlessly into instruction -- Putting it all together.

Abstract:

This third edition incorporates the latest research on brain-compatible pedagogy and learning styles throughout the updated chapters on today's most critical topics, including: using formative assessment for best results; integrating technology to connect students' school and home lives differentiating instruction to inspire every student; connecting with children of various cultures, including those who live in poverty; and creating a collaborative learning environment. Each chapter includes helpful lists, charts, and graphs. Derived from book jacket.

Subject Term:

Effective teaching -- United States.

Learning.

Educational innovations -- United States.

Educational change -- United States.

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Summary

"This excellent book is up-to-date with the expanding role of technology in education and offers endless ready-to-implement suggestions and plenty of illustrative material while linking everything to brain research. It is easy to understand, thoughtfully crafted, and right on the mark."--Beth Madison, PrincipalGeorge Middle School, Portland, OREngage, motivate, and inspire students with today′s best practices

This third edition of what has become a classic methods text reveals the most current approaches to inspire and motivate students. Donna Walker Tileston engages readers with real-life classroom examples, proven techniques for reaching every learner, and up-to-date strategies, all outlined in her reader-friendly style. She incorporates the latest research on brain-compatible pedagogy and learning styles throughout the updated chapters on today′s most critical topics, including:

Using formative assessment for best results Integrating technology to connect students′ school and home lives Differentiating instruction to inspire every student Connecting with children of various cultures, including those who live in poverty Creating a collaborative learning environment

Each chapter includes helpful lists, charts, and graphs. New and veteran teachers will find a treasure trove of invaluable tried-and-true strategies throughout this handy reference.