Brain research

Day 2 session 1
Brain research and21st C Learning
Engaging 21 st C Learners
Peter Scott
Gale Cengage Learning
Middle School Background-special ed
Tech integrator and lots of pd opportunity
Gale is a huge publisher
He is doing the sales pitch

Brain research 1-wired for visuals
So far we are still waiting for the science
What are the issues in the student brain?
-embarassment
-failure
-harm
There are limits to attention span for direct inatruction
Brain research 2- Fun Factor-inject the fun and people will follow
Brain research 3 - environment is important
Need compelling relevant tasks-a aittle confusing and tasks create buy-in. Need for engagement and motivation
Still waiting for the science
Overview of 21st C Skills
Brain based learning by Jensen - refer Jensen's chart for brain bSed learning
So far this has been a bit of a disappointment
Saw Joe's non-netbook-not sure what to think
The way we deliver information is crucial
Tell your story hraphically
How is Gale responding to the above discussion?
Number 5- Effective Professional Development