Description: Engaging Tweens and Teens: A Brain-Compatible Approach to Reaching Middle and High School Students by Raleigh Philp "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 iPodsMusic as part of classroom instruction???from classical to pop to hip hopRisk-taking behaviors such as violence and substance abuseCombining 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. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Gaina solid understanding of the basic neurobiology behind adolescent behaviors and invigorate your teaching practices using music, movement, and brain-based activities. Author Biography Raleigh Philp has taught at every level of public and private school from grade school through graduate school. Currently, he is a consultant for the California State Department of Educations health related programs, and an adjunct professor at Pepperdine University, teaching science and health methods courses in the graduate school of education. Over the last decade, Raleigh has devoted his academic efforts to studying the literature on brain research. He is primarily interested in the application of neuroscience to learning. He is committed to helping educators better understand adolescent brain development so they may focus their instruction to reach students with varied learning methods. Raleigh has presented brain-compatible learning workshops and been a keynote speaker at universities, county offices of education, and school districts throughout California, Maryland, Nevada, New Mexico Idaho, Washington, and Wyoming. He is a past recipient of the California Presidential Award for Excellence in Science Teaching, as well as a Fulbright grant. Table of Contents PrefaceAcknowledgmentsAbout the Author1. What We Know About the Brain and Learning: Integrating Neuroscience, Psychology, and Education2. Mapping the Brain: New Findings in Brain Research3. Environmental and Genetic Effects on the Developing Brain4. The Brain During Adolescence: Making Sense of Technology, Media, Social Status, and Education5. Making Material Meaningful: Connecting Emotions and Learning6. Stress and the Brain-Body Connection: Restoring Balance in the Classroom7. Managing Students Physiological States for Engaged Learning8. Using Music Effectively to Enhance Learning9. This is Your Brain On...: Understanding and Curbing Adolescent Substance Abuse10. Drugs That Enhance Student Achievement: Good Kids Making Bad DecisionsConclusionReferencesIndex Review "Easier to read than most, because of the excellent text structure, illustrations, and attractive layout. This book can be used as a 1-chapter, 20-minute study with an application strategy; such a mini-workshop exercise can be both fun and instructive." -- Teacher Librarian, April 2007 "Explains the latest advances in neuro-cognitive science and supports them with practical classroom applications. This book demystifies the what, why, and how of brain-compatible teaching." -- Sheryl Feinstein, Author, Secrets of the Teenage Brain "Masterfully distills brain research into easily understood concepts, connecting each to simple teaching methods that lead to peak academic performance." -- Jeff Haebig, President "Discusses a variety of neuroscientific findings relevant to classroom teachers and their students, and includes many practical tips. A tremendous resource for educators and parents!" -- Eric H. Chudler, Director of Education and Outreach "A remarkable blend of scientific and practical strategies. Full of heart, creativity, scientific veracity, and wisdom. A must-read for all educators who want to get inside the teenage brain." -- Eric Jensen, Author and Consultant Long Description "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 iPodsMusic as part of classroom instructionfrom classical to pop to hip hopRisk-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. Review Quote "This is a remarkable blend of scientific and practical strategies. Its a book full of heart, creativity, scientific veracity, and wisdom. A must-read for all educators who want to get inside the teenage brain." -- Eric Jensen (03/26/2006) Details ISBN1890460494 Author Raleigh Philp Short Title ENGAGING TWEENS & TEENS Pages 217 Publisher Corwin Press Language English ISBN-10 1890460494 ISBN-13 9781890460495 Media Book Format Paperback DEWEY 612.82 Illustrations Yes Year 2006 Publication Date 2006-08-31 Imprint Corwin Press Inc Country of Publication United States Place of Publication Thousand Oaks Subtitle A Brain-Compatible Approach to Reaching Middle and High School Students DOI 10.1604/9781890460495 Audience Professional and Scholarly UK Release Date 2006-09-26 NZ Release Date 2006-09-26 US Release Date 2006-09-26 AU Release Date 2006-09-25 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:160679095;
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