Uncommon Sense Teaching: Practical Insights in Brain Science to Help Students Learn

by Barbara Oakley, PhD, Beth Rogowsky, EdD, Terry J. Sejnowski, PhD

In “Uncommon Sense Teaching,” authors Barbara Oakley and Terry Sejnowski, creators of the popular online course “Learning How to Learn,” and Beth Rogowsky, a seasoned educator and expert in behavioral neuroscience, present the latest findings in neuroscience and apply them to modern, practical strategies for effective teaching and learning.

They combine theoretical concepts such as information processing in the brain, various types of memory, active vs. passive learning, declarative vs. procedural learning, habit formation, and more with concrete suggestions and tips to, among other things:

• Motivate students to learn, even in online classes.
• Help students retain information long-term rather than forgetting it after a test.
• Effectively teach students with a wide range of abilities.

The authors explain complex scientific concepts in an understandable and sometimes humorous way, making the book accessible not only to educators but also to laypeople.

A recommendation for all experienced teachers who want to increase their students’ learning success and all parents who want to provide additional support for their children.

🎧 Suitable as an audiobook? Yes.

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Education Neuroscience Learning Cognitive Science Psychology Professional Development