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.
Finding the Retrieval ‘Sweet Spot’ for Students
To help students understand and recall challenging material, spend more time in collaborative practices like drawing and highlighting together, new research says.901Activating Learning by Milling to Music
When students pretend they’re at a fancy party making small talk, a simple brainstorm for writing ideas becomes more lively, more cooperative—and more effective.14.9k
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.79.3k9 Brain Breaks That Teens Will Love
Students are still learning, even during brief breaks, which serve to help them decompress, refocus, and process new information.8443 Common Myths About Learning—and What Teachers Can Do Instead
With a solid understanding of how people process information, teachers can use evidence-based strategies to guide student learning.7.6k
Teach Kids When They’re Ready
A new book for parents on developing their kids’ sense of autonomy has some useful insights for teachers as well.97.4kThe Powerful Effects of Drawing on Learning
The science is clear: Drawing beats out reading and writing to help students remember concepts.66.8kUsing Movement to Teach Vocabulary
When students explore new words through movement, they understand them better, retain them longer, and feel more empowered to use them.9.4k10 Brilliant Math Brain Teasers
Tap into rigorous problem-solving and critical thinking with these playful math brain teasers for middle and high school students.52.9k3 Learning Myths It’s Time to Bust
Ditching these misconceptions about how the brain learns best—and following what the research really says—can help teachers better support students’ development.740How to Reduce the Cognitive Load on Students During Lessons
A look at ways teachers can refine their practices to help ensure that students absorb and process information so they can retrieve it later.7.6kHow to Get Students Thinking About Their Own Learning
When students begin to plan, monitor, and evaluate their learning, they develop self-regulation and can set more ambitious goals.8.3kWhy Studying Is So Hard, and What Teachers Can Do to Help
Beginning in the upper elementary grades, research-backed study skills should be woven into the curriculum, argues psychology professor Daniel Willingham in a new book.3.9kBoosting Student Memory
Forgetting starts as soon as learning happens, but educators can make their teaching stickier with these five tips.29.6k60-Second Strategy: Jitter Sticks
When students need to get their wiggles out so they can settle down to learn, this simple movement-based brain break does the trick.12.4k
