Teaching the Male Brain
eBook - ePub

Teaching the Male Brain

How Boys Think, Feel, and Learn in School

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eBook - ePub

Teaching the Male Brain

How Boys Think, Feel, and Learn in School

About this book

Unlock the potential of every boy!

No, you're not imagining it: boys really do learn differently from girls. When you discover how to reach them, you can help them succeed beyond anyone's expectations—even their own. Updated with the latest research in neuroscience and developmental psychology, this bestselling guide translates theory into tested and refined strategies that are practical and ready to be put to work immediately. Features include

  • Ā A discussion of cognitive gender differences and how they relate to learning
  • Ā An analysis of the benefits and challenges of single-sex classrooms
  • Tried and true techniques for differentiating learning in co-ed classroom
  • Ā Cutting-edge strategies for reaching boys with ADHD, learning disabilities, social and emotional differences, and more
  • Ā Detailed case studies and real-life dilemmas

The boys in your class are counting on you. Keep them in the game and lead them to success with this must-have resource.


Ā "This book is a practical resource for the classroom teacher. It provides teachers with a plethora of engaging and promising practices and tools to motivate and encourage students to perform at or above their potentiality level."
—Shelia Gorham, Principal
Allen Middle School, Greensboro, NC

"Teaching the Male Brain, Second Edition is a holistic tool for educators, parents, and individuals committed to effectively understand, teach, support, and guide the development of young men in their care. Dr. James provides a clear lens into the intricate details of the thoughts and actions of the boys in our lives."
—Nakia Douglas, Principal
Barack Obama Male Leadership Academy, Dallas, TX

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Information

Publisher
Corwin
Year
2015
Print ISBN
9781483371405
eBook ISBN
9781483393414

Table of contents

  1. Cover
  2. Half Title
  3. Acknowledgements
  4. Title Page
  5. Copyright Page
  6. Contents
  7. Foreword
  8. Acknowledgments
  9. About The Author
  10. Introduction
  11. Part I Sex and Gender Differences in the Classroom
  12. 1 Brain Basics
  13. 2 Sensory Differences
  14. 3 Physical Differences
  15. 4 Cognitive Differences
  16. Part II Societal and Biological Influences
  17. 5 ADHD and Learning Disabilities
  18. 6 Social and Emotional Differences
  19. 7 Students With Other Risks
  20. Part III Strategies and Resources for Teaching the Male Brain
  21. 8 Classroom Management Strategies
  22. 9 Content-Specific Suggestions
  23. 10 Gendered Education: Teaching Boys and Girls Together
  24. 11 Effective Teaching
  25. 12 Resources and Other Helps
  26. Resources: List of Books for Boys
  27. References
  28. Index
  29. Publisher Note