Engaging 'Tweens and Teens
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This book is a featured text in a Canter graduate course, The Adolescent Brain™ 6-12 .
"A must read for all educators who want to get inside the teenage brain."
—Eric Jensen, Author and Consultant
"Masterfully distills brain research into easily understood concepts, connecting each to simple teaching methods that lead to peak academic performance."
—Jeff Haebig, President, Wellness Quest
Make connections in the adolescent brain!
Teachers and parents know all too well that teens are one of the most unpredictable forces of nature. Armed with a solid understanding of subject matter and the very best of intentions, even the most skillful teachers face roadblocks in decoding the frustrating and often puzzling behavior of adolescents. New findings in brain research, however, are shedding light on teenage behavior. In this much-needed book, author Raleigh Philp incorporates what's known about neurobiology and illustrates practical methods for creating meaningful learning experiences.
Guiding middle and high school teachers through brain-based educational practice, Engaging Tweens and Teens explores:
- Common emotional states of students in grades 6–12
- Effective techniques that prevent students from mentally checking out
- Familiar technologies to engage learners, such as blogs, wikis, and iPods
- Music as part of classroom instruction—from classical to pop to hip hop
- Risk-taking behaviors such as violence and substance abuse
Combining what the heart says with knowledge of how the adolescent brain works, teachers are sure to improve the social and academic outcomes of their students.
Contents
Preface
Preface
Acknowledgments
Acknowledgments
About the Author
- 1. What We Know About the Brain and Learning: Integrating Neuroscience, Psychology, and Education
- 2. Mapping the Brain: New Findings in Brain Research
- 3. Environmental and Genetic Effects on the Developing Brain
- 4. The Brain During Adolescence: Making Sense of Technology, Media, Social Status, and Education
- 5. Making Material Meaningful: Connecting Emotions and Learning
- 6. Stress and the Brain-Body Connection: Restoring Balance in the Classroom
- 7. Managing Students’ Physiological States for Engaged Learning
- 8. Using Music Effectively to Enhance Learning
- 9. This is Your Brain On…: Understanding and Curbing Adolescent Substance Abuse
- 10. Drugs That Enhance Student Achievement: Good Kids Making Bad Decisions
Conclusion
Conclusion
References
References
Index
Index
Additional materials
Description
This book is a featured text in a Canter graduate course, The Adolescent Brain™ 6-12 .
"A must read for all educators who want to get inside the teenage brain."
—Eric Jensen, Author and Consultant
"Masterfully distills brain research into easily understood concepts, connecting each to simple teaching methods that lead to peak academic performance."
—Jeff Haebig, President, Wellness Quest
Make connections in the adolescent brain!
Teachers and parents know all too well that teens are one of the most unpredictable forces of nature. Armed with a solid understanding of subject matter and the very best of intentions, even the most skillful teachers face roadblocks in decoding the frustrating and often puzzling behavior of adolescents. New findings in brain research, however, are shedding light on teenage behavior. In this much-needed book, author Raleigh Philp incorporates what's known about neurobiology and illustrates practical methods for creating meaningful learning experiences.
Guiding middle and high school teachers through brain-based educational practice, Engaging Tweens and Teens explores:
- Common emotional states of students in grades 6–12
- Effective techniques that prevent students from mentally checking out
- Familiar technologies to engage learners, such as blogs, wikis, and iPods
- Music as part of classroom instruction—from classical to pop to hip hop
- Risk-taking behaviors such as violence and substance abuse
Combining what the heart says with knowledge of how the adolescent brain works, teachers are sure to improve the social and academic outcomes of their students.
Contents
Preface
Preface
Acknowledgments
Acknowledgments
About the Author
- 1. What We Know About the Brain and Learning: Integrating Neuroscience, Psychology, and Education
- 2. Mapping the Brain: New Findings in Brain Research
- 3. Environmental and Genetic Effects on the Developing Brain
- 4. The Brain During Adolescence: Making Sense of Technology, Media, Social Status, and Education
- 5. Making Material Meaningful: Connecting Emotions and Learning
- 6. Stress and the Brain-Body Connection: Restoring Balance in the Classroom
- 7. Managing Students’ Physiological States for Engaged Learning
- 8. Using Music Effectively to Enhance Learning
- 9. This is Your Brain On…: Understanding and Curbing Adolescent Substance Abuse
- 10. Drugs That Enhance Student Achievement: Good Kids Making Bad Decisions
Conclusion
Conclusion
References
References
Index
Index
Additional materials
Reviews
Engaging 'Tweens and Teens
A Brain-Compatible Approach to Reaching Middle and High School Students
August 2006 | 232 pages | Corwin
| Format | Published Date | ISBN | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paperback | 27/02/2023 | 9781890460495 | $41.95 |
| Lifetime | 27/02/2023 | 9781483360164 | $38.00 |
This book is a featured text in a Canter graduate course, The Adolescent Brain™ 6-12 .
"A must read for all educators who want to get inside the teenage brain."
—Eric Jensen, Author and Consultant
"Masterfully distills brain research into easily understood concepts, connecting each to simple teaching methods that lead to peak academic performance."
—Jeff Haebig, President, Wellness Quest
Make connections in the adolescent brain!
Teachers and parents know all too well that teens are one of the most unpredictable forces of nature. Armed with a solid understanding of subject matter and the very best of intentions, even the most skillful teachers face roadblocks in decoding the frustrating and often puzzling behavior of adolescents. New findings in brain research, however, are shedding light on teenage behavior. In this much-needed book, author Raleigh Philp incorporates what's known about neurobiology and illustrates practical methods for creating meaningful learning experiences.
Guiding middle and high school teachers through brain-based educational practice, Engaging Tweens and Teens explores:
- Common emotional states of students in grades 6–12
- Effective techniques that prevent students from mentally checking out
- Familiar technologies to engage learners, such as blogs, wikis, and iPods
- Music as part of classroom instruction—from classical to pop to hip hop
- Risk-taking behaviors such as violence and substance abuse
Combining what the heart says with knowledge of how the adolescent brain works, teachers are sure to improve the social and academic outcomes of their students.
Table Of Contents:
- Preface
- Acknowledgments
- About the Author
- 1. What We Know About the Brain and Learning: Integrating Neuroscience, Psychology, and Education
- 2. Mapping the Brain: New Findings in Brain Research
- 3. Environmental and Genetic Effects on the Developing Brain
- 4. The Brain During Adolescence: Making Sense of Technology, Media, Social Status, and Education
- 5. Making Material Meaningful: Connecting Emotions and Learning
- 6. Stress and the Brain-Body Connection: Restoring Balance in the Classroom
- 7. Managing Students’ Physiological States for Engaged Learning
- 8. Using Music Effectively to Enhance Learning
- 9. This is Your Brain On…: Understanding and Curbing Adolescent Substance Abuse
- 10. Drugs That Enhance Student Achievement: Good Kids Making Bad Decisions
- Conclusion
- References
- Index