ASCD Talks with Author Judy Willis
Teaching the Brain to Read: Strategies for Improving Fluency, Vocabulary, and Comprehension
(August 2008 Book)
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What's the brain chemistry behind cultivating a love of reading? How can teachers use instructional practices to establish patterns of pleasurable reading experiences? Knowing how the brain learns gives powerful insight to teachers, and students, guiding both toward practices, from instruction to study habits, tailored toward moving content into the reflective part of the brain. In this video interview, neurologist and classroom teacher Judy Willis shares insights from her latest ASCD book, Teaching the Brain to Read: Strategies for Improving Fluency, Vocabulary, and Comprehension.
This interview was conducted by ASCD project manager and staff writer Laura Varlas.
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Research-Based Strategies to Ignite Student Learning: Insights from a Neurologist and Classroom Teacher
(August 2006 Member Book)
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Author Judy Willis, a neurologist and classroom teacher, combs through brain research and pulls out the most relevant information to classroom teaching. Find out how to enhance your students' memory and test-taking abilities, and discover ways to captivate and hold students' attention and encourage their participation and progress.
This interview was conducted by ASCD associate editor Deborah Siegel.
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