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Brain Words: How the Science of Reading Informs Teaching by...
Far too many children are not learning to read well. New research about reading has…

A New Book on Dual Coding (That Redefines the Word...
Oliver Caviglioli’s genre-bending book both explains Dual Coding, and exemplifies Dual Coding in its structure and organization. You’ll think differently about teaching, and even about reading books. Continue reading

Clarity for Learning: Five Essential Practices That Empower Students and...
One of the most effective ways to enhance students’ learning is by clarifying what the…
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Preparing Teachers for Deeper Learning by Linda Darling-Hammond and Jennie...
Preparing Teachers for Deeper Learning by renowned education scholars, Linda Darling-Hammond and Jeannie Oakes, shows that…

Learning Grows: The Science of Motivation for the Classroom Teacher
Andrew C. Watson, the editor of Learning and the Brain Blog, long-time teacher at some…
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“How You Got to Be So Smart”: The Evolution of...
Evolution of the Learning Brain: or How You Got to Be So Smart, by Paul Howard-Jones, offers an evolutionary history of learning itself. Both richly scientific and fun to read, it gives teachers a helpful, fresh perspective on our work in classrooms and schools. Continue reading

The Best Teaching Book to Read This Summer: Powerful Teaching
Powerful Teaching, by Agarwal and Bain, combines research and practical classroom strategies. The result: an ideal book for teachers who want to improve our practice. Continue reading
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Learning How to Learn: How to Succeed in School Without...
Barbara Oakley, Terrence Sejnowski, and Alistair McConville have authored a students’ guide to learning. The book,…
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PEERS® for Young Adults: Social Skills Training for Adults With...
Young people with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) typically want social relationships but have trouble building…
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Irresistible: The Rise of Addictive Technology and the Business of...
Where is your mobile phone right now? How much time have you spent on it…
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