Deeper Learning: 7 Powerful Strategies for In-Depth and Longer-Lasting Learning

Practical strategies to take your students' understanding from "So what?" to "Wow!"

Based on current brain research and information about differentiated learning, this book for Grades 4-12 outlines the Deeper Lea

Author: Eric P. Jensen
Publisher: Corwin Publishers
Published: 03/01/2008
Pages: 328
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 1.95lbs
Size: 10.89h x 8.52w x 0.77d
ISBN: 9781412952040

About the Author

Eric Jensen is staff developer with a real love of learning. As a former teacher, he has taught at all levels, from elementary through university level and is currently completing his Ph.D. in psychology. Jensen co-founded SuperCamp/Quantum Learning, the nation′s first and largest brain-compatible learning program, now with over 50,000 graduates. He has authored over 25 books on learning and the brain. He′s currently a member of the Society for Neuroscience and New York Academy of Sciences. Jensen was the founder of the Learning Brain EXPO and has trained educators and trainers for 25 years worldwide in this field. Currently, Jensen does conference speaking, staff development, and in-depth trainings. To purchase any of Jensen′s 24 books or attend trainings, go to: www.jensenlearning.com or diane@jlcbrain.com. Twice a year, Jensen offers the Learning Brain Expo with leading-edge presenters in learning and achievement. For more information, go to: www.brainexpo.com

LeAnn Nickelsen, M.Ed. is a former teacher and currently provides staff development nationally on topics including brain research, reading and vocabulary strategies, how food affects learning, and differentiated instruction. She was a classroom teacher in three states and won a Teacher of the Year Award in Texas. LeAnn is known as "the teacher′s teacher" because of her practical, research-based examples that teachers can easily implement in their classrooms. She has a passion for both instilling the love for learning as well as helping teachers succeed. She currently resides in Ridgefield, Connecticut and parents her school age twins.