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Philosophies of Learning/Theories of Learning
Encompasses multiple theories relevant to all aspects of teaching.
Cooperative Learning
"An instructional technology strategy that emphasizes the importance of positive social interactions among students working in small groups on a given task or assignment related to a unit of study" (Loeser, 2019a).
Differentiated Instruction
"A philosophy of teaching that stems from the belief that all students are different" (Loeser, 2019b).
Motivational Theories
The philosophy that considers the role that motivation plays in learning.
Loeser, J. W. (2019b). Differentiated Instruction. Salem Press Encyclopedia. https://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&AuthType=ip,shib&db=ers&AN=89164165&site=eds-live&scope=site
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Secrets of the Teenage Brain by
Featuring the latest research on the adolescent brain, this second edition offers teachers fresh instructional strategies that work for engaging erratic, distracted, and often unpredictable teenagers. Lighthearted and informative, this hands-on resource helps educators understand the key issues affecting cognition and adolescent learners′ emotional, social, and physical well-being. Each chapter is supported with a multitude of techniques that can be adapted to individual content areas and teachers will find new sections about: - Technology and the brain - Mirror neurons and at-risk behaviors like cutting, violence and aggression - An Educator′s Book Club guide for sharing the challenges of teaching adolescents
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