Brain Compatible Learning

  • The Brain Rewired: Teaching At Its Best

    How do students learn differently today than they did in days of yesteryear? As the culture has changed, so has the developing brain. Learn what changes have taken place and how the brain is being rewired. Understand the importance of stress management, sleep, nutrition, physical activity and active learning in the learning process. Discover three best practices to use in the classroom to teach today’s student. Create developmentally appropriate lessons to teach students how to think. Learn how the brain organizes learning, develops memory and processes information. Use that knowledge to enhance your students’ learning.

  • Motivation By Design:  Developing Skills For Optimum Learning

    Learning is at its best when the learner is motivated and engaged in the learning.  Learn six brain secrets to optimize brain function and enhance motivated learning.  Motivation is a choice providing the underlying executive functioning skills are developed.   Learn when and how the skills develop.  Discover three best practices to engage students to be motivated by design.

  • What Every Educator Needs to Know About the Brain and Electronics

    This session focuses on the effect of electronics on learning and behavior.  Understand how the devices are affecting the social-emotional state of our students.  Learn the effects of video game play and time spent sitting while playing.   Discover how to recognize warning signs, set limits and enjoy the opportunities technology offers.  Experience “the rule” after electronic use and learn why it is important.   Know what every educator needs to know.