This accessible guide explores the fascinating intersections between neuroscience, psychology, and education, offering an easy-to-navigate A-Z format that unpacks key concepts, debates, and themes essential to understanding how the brain learns.
From emotions and motivation to memory and attention, the authors reveal how groundbreaking neuroscience challenges traditional beliefs about learning and provides practical insights for transforming education. With clear explanations, concrete examples, and evidence-based recommendations, it empowers readers to apply neuroscience to real-world teaching and learning. Readers can dip into individual entries or explore the guide in its entirety. It serves as a trusted reference for topics such as growth mindset, screen time, dyslexia, and more. Cross-referenced entries allow readers to follow interconnected ideas, while curated "top ten" lists offer tailored starting points for specific audiences.
This indispensable resource is essential reading for students of psychology, neuroscience, and education, providing a lively and comprehensive primer. It is equally valuable for teachers, school leaders, SEND specialists and policymakers, equipping them with evidence-based insights to inform their decisions and unlock the potential of every learner.
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Cathy Rogers completed her PhD in Educational Neuroscience at Birkbeck, University of London, after many years spent producing science television shows. Her research interests are diverse and include the effects of digital technologies on brain development and the neuroscience of adult literacy. Her primary area of interest is in the brain basis of creativity.
Michael S. C. Thomas is Director of the Centre for Educational Neuroscience at Birkbeck, University of London. His research interests are in the translation of research between neuroscience and education, establishing new transdisciplinary accounts in the learning sciences, and developing practical applications within education. He is a Chartered Psychologist, Fellow of the British Psychological Society, Fellow of the US Association for Psychological Science, and Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy.
Dr. Roisin Perry has a PhD in Psychology and Human Development and is a Lecturer at the University of West London. Her research focuses on cognitive development, social inequalities and neurodiversity.