Music is a powerful classroom tool that enhances cognition, improves memory, energizes sluggish learners, and makes lessons fun for students of all ages. Inside these pages are practical tips and suggestions, scientific research that supports music’s beneficial effects, and lists of songs—all personally tested by Eric Jensen during his own trainings and guaranteed to be a success. Choose the right music every time! (All Practical Applications)...

Improve your learning environment today with these easy-to-implement strategies!

Jensen's new book walks you through every aspect of the learning environment the way your students experience it - through the senses. Second ONLY to the quality of the teacher, the classroom environment is the most important factor in student success. In this resource, Jensen teaches you to structure your classroom in a manner that encourages, rather than discourages learning. Improper lighting, uncomfortable temperatures, foul odors and unsuitable seating can all serve as distractions for your students’ brain. A proper environment is more than just making the classroom look nice; it is about creating an atmosphere that engages your students and stimulates learning. The best feature of this book is that most of the suggestions are easy for you to implement and require minimal financial investment. You'll discover how to develop a classroom that engages your students, making the environment your "silent" assistant in the classroom. (Applicable to All Grades) ©2003...

Updated so that it speaks to today’s students, this long-time Barron’s bestseller presents strategies to improve test scores, a plan to help students develop regular and effective study habits, tips on retaining information from their reading, and methods for taking useful classroom notes. They will also find advice on getting the most out of library and computer research facilities. Here is a book that will help students foster the habit of success in all academic subjects....