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Learning and the Brain Blog

Sleep Is Essential. And, COMPLICATED.
Andrew Watson
Andrew Watson

Recent sleep research offers intriguing insights and opportunities for sleep...

A New Book on Dual Coding (That Redefines the Word “Book”)
Andrew Watson
Andrew Watson

Oliver Caviglioli's genre-bending book both explains Dual Coding, and exemplifies...

Obsessed with Working Memory: Resources
Andrew Watson
Andrew Watson

To complete our summer-long series exploring working memory, this post...

Clarity for Learning: Five Essential Practices That Empower Students and Teachers by John Almarode and Kara Vandas
Rebecca Gotlieb
Rebecca Gotlieb

One of the most effective ways to enhance students’ learning...

Teens Who Recognize Their Emotions Manage Stress Better. We Can Help (Maybe).
Andrew Watson
Andrew Watson

New research identifies a potential source for depression in teenagers....

Obsessed with Working Memory: SOLUTIONS!
Andrew Watson
Andrew Watson

Once we anticipate and recognize working memory problems in our...

Good Dog! Goodbye, Dog…
Andrew Watson
Andrew Watson

The New York Times is reporting the death of Chaser,...

When Parents Teach Reading, Do They Also Promote Math Skills?
Andrew Watson
Andrew Watson

New research from England gives parents insight into the relationship...

The Mindset Controversy: Carol Dweck Speaks…
Andrew Watson
Andrew Watson

Carol Dweck has responded to recent concerns about her Mindset...

Obsessed with Working Memory: Identifying Overload
Andrew Watson
Andrew Watson

Because working memory overload interferes with learning, teachers should be...

Preparing Teachers for Deeper Learning by Linda Darling-Hammond and Jennie Oakes
Rebecca Gotlieb
Rebecca Gotlieb

Preparing Teachers for Deeper Learning by renowned education scholars, Linda Darling-Hammond...

Naps In Schools (Just Might) Improve Classroom Learning
Andrew Watson
Andrew Watson

I like a good nap. I'm not sure there's such...

Does Banning Classroom Technology Improve Engagement? Learning?
Andrew Watson
Andrew Watson

A study looking a technology ban in a classroom yielded...

Critical Thoughts on Teaching Critical Thinking
Andrew Watson
Andrew Watson

We can teach critical thinking within disciplines -- especially when...

Obsessed with Working Memory: Anticipating Overload
Andrew Watson
Andrew Watson

Once we can define working memory and understand its importance,...

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