Eclectic Technology

This infographic looks at the brain and how we learn. As more is learned about the brain it is clear that education is not a one-size-fits all.

* Learn how the occipital lobe, Wernicke's area, Broca's area and auditory processing impacts reading. 

* Read three examples that show brain plasticity (the ability of the brain to change over time).

* And find out how struggling readers can be helped at a neurological level.

Some additional resources are also included.

We have many students who struggle with reading. This infographic provides information that you may want to share with parents.

This post looks at five strategies to help students keep their brains turned on. You can also watch a video where Dr. Willis discusses "how boredom and fear cause students to literally switch their brains off." Below are two of the five items shared:

* Promote curiosity not as a thing, but the thing

* Use indirect signals rather than "telling"

You might also want to check out the post "Five Learning Strategies That Make Students Curious" located at

http://www.teachthought.com/learning/5-learning-strategies-that-make-students-curious/

Do you understand the teen brain? This infographic explains how "teens forgetfulness may be due to major changes in their brain. These changes can last into the college years."

This is a long infographic with three sections. Section 2 looks at the question "Why is my teen so forgetful?" and Section 3 will provide ideas on how you may help your teen. Although designed for parents this is  a great infographic for teachers to gain a better understanding of the current research on teens and their brains. The final section of the infographic provides references. You may download this as a single file or download each section independently.