Brain-Based Learning

Explore the mysteries of the human brain! Find out how discoveries in neuroscience provide insights into how students learn -- and how to engage them in the classroom.

The Student Engagement Trap, and How to Avoid It
Capturing students' interests can be harmful to learning when it's not relevant to the subject, research shows.
Kripa Sundar
3 Brain-Based Strategies That Encourage Deeper Thinking
Retrieval practice, elaboration, and concept mapping help students make richer, more meaningful connections between ideas.
Kripa Sundar
Why Ages 2-7 Matter So Much for Brain Development
Rich experiences—from play to the arts and relationships—fundamentally shape a young child’s development.
Rishi Sriram
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The Powerful Effects of Drawing on Learning
The science is clear: Drawing beats out reading and writing to help students remember concepts.
A De-escalation Exercise for Upset Students
A simple technique that takes just a few minutes can help an agitated student regain the state of mind needed for learning.
Daniel Vollrath
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The Science Behind Brain Breaks
Research shows that breaks can provide more than rest. Use them to boost creativity, cognitive function, and social skills.
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New Studies Link the Arts to Crucial Cognitive Skills
What happens to our brains ‘on art’? New studies—often backed by brain imaging technology—are beginning to dial in on the answers.
Decoding the Teenage Brain (in 3 Charts)
New technologies are shedding light on what really makes adolescents tick—and providing clues on how we might reach them better.
Stephen Merrill
5 Research-Backed Studying Techniques
Teachers can guide students to avoid ineffective studying habits in favor of ones that will increase their learning outcomes.
Edward Kang
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Debunking the IQ-Dyslexia Myth
Children with dyslexia who struggle to read often conclude they're not smart enough to master the materials—but the research says that's wrong.
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Developing Executive Function With Priority Lists
Explicitly modeling the process of prioritizing tasks builds students’ ability to organize and manage their time.
Unraveling the Myths Around Reading and Dyslexia
Teachers are seeking new training to understand the brain science around dyslexia, the most commonly reported disability among children.
Holly Korbey
The Science of Drawing and Memory
Want students to remember something? Ask them to draw it.
Youki Terada
Why Students Forget—and What You Can Do About It
Our brains are wired to forget, but there are research-backed strategies you can use to make your teaching stick.
Youki Terada
The Value of Culturally Responsive Teaching in Distance Learning
Zaretta Hammond shared practical strategies for fostering students’ independence and agency while they are learning at home.
Laura Lee

Brain-Based Learning

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The Student Engagement Trap, and How to Avoid It

The Powerful Effects of Drawing on Learning