Geake, John G.,

The brain at school : educational neuroscience in the classroom / John G. Geake. - x, 229 pages : illustrations ; 23 cm.

Includes bibliographical references (pages 197-215) and index.

This book focuses on what neuroscience means for education professionals - in key areas such as learning, memory, intelligence and motivation - and addresses questions such as: how does the brain enable us to learn? and why do some children have learning difficulties, such as ADHD or dyslexia?

9780335234219


Educational psychology.
Learning, Psychology of.
Cognitive neuroscience.
Learning--Physiological aspects.

LB1060 / .G435 2009