Brain-Based Learning with Class

Jane Heath teaches psychology at Ryerson University in Toronto.

The central thesis of this book is that better understanding of brain
function, mind–body interaction, and the role of emotion and attention
in learning can be used to enhance children’s ability to learn.
Drawing on research into the psychophysiology of the brain, cognitive
information-processing theories of learning, and theories dealing with
the effects of emotions, stress, and threat, the authors design a
learning-friendly classroom philosophy, as well as activities structured
to encourage students to understand and take responsibility for their
own learning processes.

The activities and philosophy are well-structured and likely to engage
the interest of learners. While the insights gained from this approach
are for the most part not particularly new (e.g., children learn best
when they are well-nourished, rested, happy, and focused on their task),
they are clearly presented. Recommended to educators as a source of
ideas for classroom activities.