How the Brain LearnsApply the newest brain research to enhance all students’ learning
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Contents
INTRODUCTION | 1 |
CHAPTER 1 BASIC BRAIN FACTS | 15 |
CHAPTER 2 HOW THE BRAIN PROCESSES INFORMATION | 43 |
CHAPTER 3 MEMORY RETENTION AND LEARNING | 86 |
CHAPTER 4 THE POWER OF TRANSFER | 153 |
CHAPTER 5 BRAIN ORGANIZATION AND LEARNING | 187 |
CHAPTER 6 THE BRAIN AND THE ARTS | 243 |
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