Description: FREE SHIPPING UK WIDE Why Don't Students Like School? by Daniel T. Willingham Research-based insights and practical advice about effective learning strategies In this new edition of the highly regarded Why Dont Students Like School? cognitive psychologist Daniel Willingham turns his research on the biological and cognitive basis of learning into workable teaching techniques. This book will help you improve your teaching practice by explaining how you and your students think and learn. It reveals the importance of story, emotion, memory, context, and routine in building knowledge and creating lasting learning experiences. With a treasure trove of updated material, this edition draws its themes from the most frequently asked questions in Willinghams "Ask the Cognitive Scientist" column in the American Educator. How can you teach students the skills they need when standardized testing just requires facts? Why do students remember everything on TV, but forget everything you say? How can you adjust your teaching for different learning styles? Read this book for the answers to these questions and for practical advice on helping your learners learn better. Discover easy-to-understand, evidence-based principles with clear applications for the classroom Update yourself on the latest cognitive science research and new, teacher-tested pedagogical toolsLearn about Willinghams surprising findings, such as that you cannot develop "thinking skills" without factsUnderstand the brains workings to help you hone your teaching skills Why Students Dont Like School is a valuable resource for both veteran and novice teachers, teachers-in-training, and for the principals, administrators, and staff development professionals who work with them. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Back Cover In Why Dont Students Like School? , distinguished researcher and accomplished author Daniel Willingham delivers tangible, accessible ways that educators can improve learning outcomes for students. The book offers practical strategies backed by scientific evidence that can be put to immediate use by classroom teachers. Praise for WHY DONT STUDENTS Like SCHOOL? "A critical addition to the literature on teaching and learning." --John B. King, Jr., 10th U.S. Secretary of Education and President and CEO of The Education Trust "Willinghams clear explanation of what it takes to learn and think well gives teachers and policymakers a strong blueprint for helping our youth not only tackle COVIDs aftermath, but thrive." --Randi Weingarten, President, American Federation of Teachers "A rare pairing of intelligible theoretical principles and practical strategies crafted with teachers in mind. Willinghams book is one that educators can revisit and appreciate anew with every year of teaching." --Jasmine Lane, High School English Teacher, Minnesota Flap In Why Dont Students Like School? , distinguished researcher and accomplished author Daniel Willingham delivers tangible, accessible ways that educators can improve learning outcomes for students. The book offers practical strategies backed by scientific evidence that can be put to immediate use by classroom teachers. Praise for WHY DONT STUDENTS Like SCHOOL? "A critical addition to the literature on teaching and learning." --John B. King, Jr., 10th U.S. Secretary of Education and President and CEO of The Education Trust "Willinghams clear explanation of what it takes to learn and think well gives teachers and policymakers a strong blueprint for helping our youth not only tackle COVIDs aftermath, but thrive." --Randi Weingarten, President, American Federation of Teachers "A rare pairing of intelligible theoretical principles and practical strategies crafted with teachers in mind. Willinghams book is one that educators can revisit and appreciate anew with every year of teaching." --Jasmine Lane, High School English Teacher, Minnesota Author Biography DANIEL T. WILLINGHAM is Professor of Psychology at the University of Virginia. He is the author of several educational books, the columnist for "Ask the Cognitive Scientist" for American Educator, and a fellow of the American Psychological Association. He was appointed in 2017 by President Obama to serve as a Member of the National Board for Education Sciences. Table of Contents Acknowledgments to the First Edition xi Acknowledgments to the Second Edition xiii The Author xv Introduction xvii Chapter 1 Why Dont Students Like School? 1 Chapter 2 How Can I Teach Students the Skills They Need When Standardized Tests Require Only Facts? 25 Chapter 3 Why Do Students Remember Everything Thats on Television and Forget Everything I Say? 57 Chapter 4 Why Is It So Hard for Students to Understand Abstract Ideas? 95 Chapter 5 Is Drilling Worth It? 119 Chapter 6 Whats the Secret to Getting Students to Think Like Real Scientists, Mathematicians, and Historians? 143 Chapter 7 How Should I Adjust My Teaching for Different Types of Learners? 167 Chapter 8 How Can I Help Slow Learners? 191 Chapter 9 How Can I Know Whether New Technology Will Improve Student Learning? 217 Chapter 10 What About My Mind? 251 Conclusion 273 Glossary 281 Notes 285 Index 291 Details ISBN1119715660 ISBN-10 1119715660 ISBN-13 9781119715665 Format Paperback Author Daniel T. Willingham Language English Year 2021 Short Title Why Dont Students Like School? Edition 2nd Publisher John Wiley & Sons Inc Place of Publication New York Country of Publication United States Pages 320 Publication Date 2021-06-15 UK Release Date 2021-06-15 NZ Release Date 2021-04-27 Edition Description 2nd edition Imprint Jossey-Bass Inc.,U.S. Subtitle A Cognitive Scientist Answers Questions About How the Mind Works and What It Means for the Classroom Replaces 9780470591963 DEWEY 370.1523 Audience General US Release Date 2021-06-15 AU Release Date 2021-04-12 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! 30 DAY RETURN POLICY No questions asked, 30 day returns! FREE DELIVERY No matter where you are in the UK, delivery is free. 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ISBN-13: 9781119715665
Book Title: Why Don't Students Like School?
Number of Pages: 320 Pages
Language: English
Publication Name: Why Don't Students Like School?: A Cognitive Scientist Answers Questions About How the Mind Works and What It Means for the Classroom
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons INC International Concepts
Publication Year: 2021
Subject: Psychology, Teaching
Item Height: 232 mm
Item Weight: 382 g
Type: Textbook
Author: Daniel T. Willingham
Item Width: 158 mm
Format: Paperback
