The Boys and Girls Learn Differently: Action Guide for Teachers Contributor(s): Gurian, Michael (Author), Ballew, Arlette C. (Author) |
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ISBN: 0787964859 ISBN-13: 9780787964856 Publisher: Jossey-Bass
WE WILL NOT BE UNDERSOLD! Click here for our low price guarantee Binding Type: Paperback - See All Available Formats & Editions Published: March 2003 Annotation: The landmark book B"oys and Girls Learn Differently! "outlines the brain-based educational theories and techniques that can be used to transform classrooms and help children learn better. Now "The Boys and Girls Learn Differently Action Guide "for Teachers presents experiential learning techniques that teachers can use to create an environment and enriched curriculum that take into account the needs of the developing child's brain and allows both boys and girls to gain maximum learning opportunities. This important and easy-to-use guide is based on the latest scientific scholarship on the differences between boy's and girl's brains, neurological development, hormonal effects, behavior, and learning needs and offers information on what all children need to be able to learn effectively. Michael Gurian and his colleagues applied these recent discoveries in the field during a two-year Gurian Institute pilot program in Missouri that led to measurably better academic performance and improved behavior. Praise for "Boys and Girls Learn Differently!" "Guidance on how to create 'ultimate classrooms' at all grade levels." "Calls for many changes if we are to make schools the best that they can be." "Provides guidelines for brain-based innovations that will motivate and inspire everyone-- teachers, parents, policymakers, and caretakers-- interested in educating kids." "Combines theory and practical suggestions in an effective, readable text. Recommended."
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BISAC Categories: - Education | Teaching Methods & Materials - General - Education | Learning Styles - Education | Philosophy, Theory & Social Aspects |
Dewey: 370.151 |
LCCN: 2002152142 |
Physical Information: 0.65" H x 7.42" W x 9.1" L (0.75 lbs) 240 pages |
Themes: - Theometrics - Secular - Sex & Gender - Feminine - Sex & Gender - Masculine - Topical - Family |
Features: Illustrated, Index, Price on Product, Table of Contents |
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Publisher Description: The landmark book Boys and Girls Learn Differently outlines the brain-based educational theories and techniques that can be used to transform classrooms and help children learn better. Now The Boys and Girls Learn Differently Action Guide for Teachers presents experiential learning techniques that teachers can use to create an environment and enriched curriculum that take into account the needs of the developing child's brain and allows both boys and girls to gain maximum learning opportunities. This important and easy-to-use guide is based on the latest scientific scholarship on the differences between boy's and girl's brains, neurological development, hormonal effects, behavior, and learning needs and offers information on what all children need to be able to learn effectively. Michael Gurian and his colleagues applied these recent discoveries in the field during a two-year Gurian Institute pilot program in Missouri that led to measurably better academic performance and improved behavior. |
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