Brain-Compatible Strategies

Eric Jensen is a former teacher who grew up in San Diego, California. With a Ph.D. in Human Development, he synthesizes brain research and develops practical applications for educators. He is listed among the top 30 educators in the world at GlobalGurus.org. Dr. Jensen has authored over 30 books, including Different Brains, Different Learners, Teaching with the Brain in Mind, Turnaround Tools for the Teenage Brain, Teaching with Poverty in Mind, Engaging Students with Poverty in Mind, and Poor Students Rich Students. Dr. Jensen co-founded an academic enrichment program held in 14 countries with over 75,000 graduates. He is a member of the invitation-only Society for Neuroscience and the President’s Club at Salk Institute of Biological Studies. Dr. Jensen provides conference speaking and trainings that can be found at jensenlearning.com. Or, contact: eric@jensenlearning.com.

"This book should be on every educator′s desk. Both novice and veteran teachers will find it effective in increasing student achievement."

• Using this bookActivity ListPrefaceActivate the Young-at-Heart BrainGreater Meaning from Multiple ContextsSpecific Feedback Accelerates LearningAll Work and No PlayLearning with FeelingEscape from the Sacred "Learning Box"Remove Barriers to LearningActive LearningLearn by De-Briefing FailuresIntegrated, Contextual CurriculumBall Toss Boosts ThinkingLet Learners Create Their Own MeaningCross Laterals "Unstick" LearningMore Questions Than AnswersChallenge the BrainEngage the Spatial-Episodic MemoryActive Learning IIVisuals & Peripherals Impact LearningThe Real Power of MusicBreak the Monotony with Novelty & FunMarch the Brain to Learning SuccessAdd Good Stress, Eliminate Bad StressPlaying Games Grows BrainsThe Cycle of LearningMotor Brain ActivatorsReinforcement and the BrainStrengthen Learning with ReviewsNon-Conscious Messages are PowerfulGender and Learning StylesActive Learning IIICurriculum and the Developing BrainSchedule Brain Breaks!Replace Rewards & Bribes with DesireDiscipline Strategies that Make SenseThe Chemistry of ChoiceHollywood, Here I Come!Reduce Common Forms of Perceived ThreatIncrease "By-Product" LearningLearning with Both Sides of the BrainGrow Out, Not Fill UpLearning Is MessyTrigger LearningGroups Are OK, Labels Are NotDon′t Trigger Helpless Learning StatesWelcome to Center Stage!Simon Says Lives AgainFinding the ChallengesStimulate Input, Not Just OutputThe Importance of Beginnings and Endings1...2...3...Switch Jobs!Cycles of LearningMultiple Strategies for Better RecallHydration Supports LearningThe Power of Models and MappingWhy Use Aromas in Learning?Let the Brain Nibble at New IdeasActive BreaksEat Better to Improve LearningBetter Learning with Unguided DiscussionsEnriched Environments Support LearningS-A-T: Not Just Another Exam!Brain Activators for the Visual CortexGive Learners Environmental OptionsHow to Grab the Brain′s AttentionLaugh and LearnUse the Mind-Body Library of KnowledgeStudent Seating MattersToo Hot to Learn?Brighter Learning ProspectsAcoustics and LearningTime to Settle InSetting Goals Improves PerformanceMake Unforgettable MemoriesEncourage Faster Learning with Pre-ExposureDo Learners Know What They Know?Smart Activators for the Auditory CortexBibliographySuggested Resources for Further ReadingAbout the Author