Judy Willis Bücher

Drawing on her neurology expertise and classroom experience, author Judy Willis examined decades of learning-centered brain research to determine what information was most valid and relevant for educators. The result is a comprehensive and accessible guide for improving student learning based on the best the research world has to offer. Willis takes a reader-friendly approach to neuroscience, describing how the brain processes, stores, and retrieves material and which instructional strategies help students learn most effectively and joyfully. You will discover how to captivate and hold the attention of your students and how to enhance their memory and test-taking success. You will learn how to know when students are ready for learning and when their brains need a rest. You will also learn how stress and emotion affect learning and how to improve student engagement. And you will find innovative techniques for designing assessments and adjusting teaching practices to ensure that all students reach their potential. No matter what grade or subject you teach, Research-Based Strategies to Ignite Student Learning will enrich your repertoire of teaching strategies so you can help students reach their full academic potential.

This groundbreaking guide for parents merges the latest brain research with effective classroom practices to enhance children's learning. Written by Judy Willis, MD, MEd, a board-certified neurologist and classroom teacher, it reveals scientifically informed strategies to boost academic success. The book emphasizes understanding how your child learns best, enabling parents to enrich education in everyday settings, from grocery stores to cars, which is essential in today’s "teach to the test" environment. Targeted strategies for children aged three to twelve utilize common household items and enjoyable activities tailored to age and learning strengths. Parents can discover methods to improve academic focus, reduce test anxiety while enhancing scores, foster creativity, and boost attention span, memory, and critical thinking skills. This resource maximizes your child's brain potential and provides valuable insights for parents seeking the best for their children. The foreword by Goldie Hawn highlights the book's significance as a much-needed reference for guiding children's growth and development.