Learning & the Brain

New research in cognitive science suggests that math should be the most accessible subject for everyone's brain, and important as a predictor of overall academic success. Dr. Mighton will explain how teachers can use evidence-based methods of instruction to help all students realize their remarkable potential in math. Participants will learn about JUMP Math’s approach using rigorously scaffolded lessons to close gaps in prior knowledge while motivating whole classes to reach new levels of math achievement.

Join us online Saturday, Nov 21: bit.ly/3WzPS6U

Checking for understanding helps teachers -- and students -- in countless ways. Here's a handly list of 8 strategies from @jaymctighe:

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Can #critical_thinking be taught?

A recent study says YES! Our blogger invites us to think critically about that study...

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Many special ed interventions are very popular despite the absence of research support.

This list from @Steplab_co offers a substanial research overview:

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How do we make learning both #meaningful and #relevant?

@ajjuliani offers thoughts here: bit.ly/4z1aKC4

And at our November conference in Austin: bit.ly/4wtyC0u