Designing Brain-Compatible Learning [Paperback]

Terrence Parry (Author), Gayle Gregory (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 1575170426 | ISBN-13: 978-1575170428 | Publication Date: May 1998

`There`s a strong possibility that this will become one of the most used books on the educator`s bookshelf, and that`s all to the good because ultimately it will be the students who benefit.` – Pat Wolfe

Translating vast amounts of research into a teacher-friendly, practical guide to brain-compatible instruction, the authors have taken what is known about how the brain learns, combined it with the best of what is known about teaching, and generated the ultimate brain-compatible teaching kit. This valuable tool covers it all–cognitive research, pedagogical theory, theories of intelligence, cooperative group learning, collaborative skills, thinking skills, graphic organizers, and assessments–in an easy-to-digest format that explains what the key concepts are, why they are important, how they are relevant, and how they can be used. Complete with blackline masters and a list of resources, this is the most thorough guide to brain-compatible learning.

Editorial Reviews

Review

"Offers a well-documented analysis of how the brain works. Each of the research studies cited leads into a discussion of its classroom implications. Teachers really don't want to read about research studies. They want ideas that make them better teachers. The research studies give validity to the ideas presented for use in the classroom. This book is a welcome addition to books available in this field." (William Fitzhugh, Second-Grade Teacher )

"I have used information from this book in my presentations. The ideas are very practical and can be immediately implemented." (Steve Hutton, Educational Consultant )

"There's a strong possibility that this will become one of the most used books on the educator's bookshelf, and that's all to the good because ultimately it will be the students (and their brains) who benefit." (From the Foreword by Pat Wolfe )

"Informative, readable, and most of all, practical." (NACADA Journal, Spring 2007 ) --This text refers to the Hardcover edition.

About the Author

Gayle Gregory is an internationally known consultant who has specialized in brain compatible learning and differentiated instruction and assessment.

She presents practical teacher/student-friendly strategies grounded in sound research that educators find easy to use in the classroom or schoolhouse tomorrow. Her interactive style and modeling of strategies help teachers and administrators transfer new ideas with ease.

She has had extensive experience in elementary, middle and secondary schools, community colleges and universities. Gayle has also had district leadership roles including curriculum coordinator and staff development director. She has worked with Instructional Leadership Teams in many schools and district throughout the country focusing on data analysis, using assessment, both formative and summative, and differentiating instruction based on readiness, learning profiles and interests.

Her areas of expertise include brain-compatible learning, block scheduling, emotional intelligence, instructional and assessment practices, differentiated instructional strategies, using data to differentiate, literacy, presentation skills, renewal of secondary schools, enhancing teacher quality, coaching and mentoring, managing change and building professional learning communities.

Gayle is affiliated with many organizations, such as the Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development and the National Staff Development Council. She is the author and co-author of numerous publications for teachers and administrators.

Gayle believes in life long learning for herself and others.

 

Terence Parry has taught at the elementary, secondary, and university levels, and he is now a full-time staff developer and educational consultant in Waterloo, Ontario. Terry has received international recognition for his lively and engaging workshops, which offer a wealth of practical experience to help teachers cope with the overwhelming number of changes that bombard schools on a daily basis.   --This text refers to the Hardcover edition.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 270 pages
• Publisher: Skylight Professional Development (May 1998)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1575170426
• ISBN-13: 978-1575170428
• Product Dimensions: 10.7 x 8.5 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.4 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,728,054 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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13 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars great resource for teaching methodologies, November 7, 1999

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Steven Van Zoost "Steven Van Zoost, PhD" - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Designing Brain-Compatible Learning (Paperback)

This book explores instructional strategies which are based on recent brain research. Clear explanations of instructional tools (and how, when and why to use them) is this book's stength. The book is well organized, making it a great resource to teachers. I use this book when I am designing lesson plans for the week ahead as the book encourages me to use a variety of instructional strategies and provides guidance in their implementation.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Pretty Useful, June 26, 2007

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Ed Theory "Jake" (Kansas, USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Designing Brain-Compatible Learning (Paperback)

This book is pretty useful for teachers. I was required to buy it for a college class I took this summer. I learned some things about brain-based research I never knew before. It has lots of different activities that would be useful to review as a teacher. It's worth a read, in my opinion. It's worth checking out.