Brain Science for Teachers: Learning and Memory
Discover how neuroscience and psychology insights can enhance teaching methods and support diverse learning styles in this comprehensive guide for educators.
Discover how neuroscience and psychology insights can enhance teaching methods and support diverse learning styles in this comprehensive guide for educators.
This comprehensive course explores the neuroscience of learning and memory, designed specifically for educators. Participants will delve into brain function during learning, examining cellular-level changes and memory formation processes. The course covers developmental neuroscience from infancy through adolescence, neurodiversity in the classroom, and evidence-based teaching methods. Teachers will gain practical insights into supporting diverse learners, understanding critical developmental periods, and implementing scientifically-supported teaching strategies. Special attention is given to learning differences like autism, ADHD, and dyslexia, promoting an inclusive teaching approach.
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What you'll learn
Understand the neurological basis of learning and memory formation
Apply psychological research findings to enhance classroom teaching
Adapt teaching methods to match students' developmental stages
Implement evidence-based strategies for effective learning
Support neurodiverse students with research-backed approaches
Optimize memory formation and recall through proven techniques
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There are 5 modules in this course
This course provides a comprehensive exploration of learning and memory from a neuroscientific perspective. It covers the fundamentals of brain function during learning, including neural processes and memory formation. The curriculum examines brain development across different age groups, neurodiversity in educational settings, and evidence-based teaching methods. Participants learn about various memory types, their formation and recall, and how to apply this knowledge in teaching. The course also addresses learning differences and provides practical strategies for inclusive education.
Learning in the brain
Module 1 · 5 Hours to complete
Types of Memory
Module 2 · 5 Hours to complete
Brain changes through the ages
Module 3 · 5 Hours to complete
Neurodiversity
Module 4 · 5 Hours to complete
Evidence based teaching
Module 5 · 5 Hours to complete
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Distinguished Science Communicator and Brain Science Expert
Ginny Smith is a multifaceted science communicator specializing in psychology and neuroscience, currently serving as a Panel Tutor at the University of Cambridge's Institute of Continuing Education. A Cambridge Natural Sciences graduate, she has established herself as a leading voice in making complex brain science accessible to diverse audiences. She founded Braintastic! Science, creating engaging educational programs about the brain for young audiences through interactive shows and workshops. Her expertise spans multiple platforms - she hosts the British Psychological Society's PsychCrunch podcast, creates content for the Chortle Award-winning Cosmic Shambles Network, and teaches courses on memory, learning, and sleep at Cambridge's Institute of Continuing Education. Her first solo book "Overloaded," exploring brain chemistry's influence on behavior, was recognized by New Scientist as one of 2021's best science books. Beyond her writing and presenting work, she serves as a science communication trainer and consultant for institutions ranging from the University of Cambridge to Miami's Frost Science Museum. Her latest venture includes leading an EdX course on "Learning and Memory in the Brain: A Guide for Teachers," launching in September 2024, which combines her expertise in neuroscience with practical educational applications. Through her interactive teaching style and ability to relate complex concepts to real-life experiences, she continues to make neuroscience accessible and engaging for audiences worldwide.
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