Oakley, Barbara A.

"A . . . guide to improve teaching based on . . . research in neuroscience"--Provided by publisher.

"A book for learners of all ages containing the best and most updated advice on learning from neuroscience and cognitive psychology . . . Through their decades of writing, teaching, and research on learning, the authors have developed deep connections with experts from a vast array of disciplines. And it's all honed with feedback from thousands of students who have themselves gone through the trenches of learning. Successful learners gradually add tools and techniques to their mental toolbox, and they think critically about their learning to determine when and how to best use their mental tools. That allows these learners to make the best use of their brains, whether those brains seem 'naturally' geared toward learning or not. This book will teach you how you can do the same"--Provided by publisher.

". . . in this new book for kids and teens, the authors reveal how to make the most of time spent studying. We all have the tools to learn what might not seem to come naturally to us at first--the secret is to understand how the brain works so we can unlock its power. This book explains: Why sometimes letting your mind wander is an important part of the learning process; How to avoid 'rut think' in order to think outside the box; Why having a poor memory can be a good thing; The value of metaphors in developing understanding; A simple, yet powerful, way to stop procrastinating . . ."--Provided by publisher.

"'Mindshift' reveals how we can overcome stereotypes and preconceived ideas about what is possible for us to learn and become. At a time when we are constantly being asked to retrain and reinvent ourselves to adapt to new technologies and changing industries, this book shows us how we can uncover and develop talents we didn't realize we had--no matter what our age or background..."--Provided by publisher.

Describes the characteristics and neurological bases of disorders that "evil" people commonly have, discussing the personalities of figures such as Adolf Hitler and Mao Zedong and examining the malevolent behaviors of the author's sister.