What to learn more about brain science in plain english?
BrainConnection.com is an online source dedicated to providing accessible, high-quality news and information about how the brain works , how we learn, and how neuroscience discoveries from around the world relate to our daily lives. Many discoveries are being made in areas that relate to the human brain, including language, memory, behavior, and aging, as well as illness and injury. BrainConnection.com believes that access to this information can provide practical tools for teaching and learning as well as valuable insights into almost every aspect of our daily lives.
Brain Basics
How does the brain accomplish the complex task of learning? How can knowing more about how the brain works improve learning and education?
Animations
Events happen in the brain with incredible speed. Thoughts form and memories are recalled. Words and sounds are heard, understood, and spoken. New ideas are created and information is learned. These animations attempt to illustrate both the speed of brain function, and also show how many areas of the brain can be involved in one, seemingly simple act, such as speaking a single word.
Online Courses
BrainConnection.com offers online courses designed for educators who want to increase their knowledge about how the brain works and how we all learn. By "learning about learning," teachers, administrators, curriculum specialists and staff developers will be able to understand how to choose curriculum tools and create the optimal school environment where all children have the opportunity to excel.
Use these Learning Resources to guide your students' exploration of their brains! Print out Activities as independent handouts or the Experiments as group lessons. Enjoy your exploration of the brain!
The average adult human brain weighs three pounds and uses 20% of the body's oxygen. These are just a couple of the many facts we know about the human brain. Back to Resources