The Instructional Leader and the Brain: Using Neuroscience to Inform Practice
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| Rating | : | 4.57 (970 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1412988225 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 208 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2015-09-29 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
Brain pioneer Margaret Glick weaves the fields of cognitive science, educational leadership, and instruction into a cohesive framework for understanding the benefits of how the brain learns:Increased understanding of the learning processImproved communicationEnhanced relationshipsBetter interpersonal skillsNew tools for giving effective feedbackAn inner compass for continuous improvementIncluded are brain illustrations, rubrics, implementation ideas for teachers, step-by-step pedagogy, and assessments. . Apply neuroscience to leadership and become a gamechangerAn instructional leader who un
Application of how the brains of adults and children learn is woven into the chapters with practical classroom and staff room designs." (Pamela Nevills, Author 2011-03-01)"This book peels back the layers of the complex work of instructional leadership to the inner core of its five most important principles. Margaret Glick is adept at aligning each of these critical principles to strategies of effective practice as they would look in the classroom and the staff room." (Ellen Lugo, Director of Learning & Teaching 2011-03-01)“In her book, Glick strikes a harmonious chord by blending research about the brain with actions adults should take when preparing children for a meaningful future. Complex brain actions for learning are explained in concise terms and understandable images. "This book combines information about how the brain functions with brain-compatible strategies into one reso
. Her expertise includes providing brain-compatible professional development regarding neuroeducation, mindsets, classroom environment, instruction, engagement, and assessment. Her passion is promoting a working understanding between current neuroscience research and its implications to education. Working with a wide diversity of school districts, from the very small, rural settings, to the l
"It weds brain research and best practices into a user friendly resource to improve teacher" according to Nancy Sirski. This book is a must-have for instructional leaders and classroom teachers alike. It weds brain research and best practices into a user friendly resource to improve teacher practice and student learning. The rubrics and checklists, along with end of the chapter summaries, are useful tools by which to apply the information, skills and strategies provided in this guide.. "Seeing possibilities where limitations formerly were-this is the book" according to Ellen Karnowski. Great resource