Ten Best Teaching Practices : How Brain Research, Learning Styles, and Standards Define Teaching Competencies Book

1	Creating an environment that facilitates learning	1
2	Differentiating with a variety of teaching strategies that address different learning styles	15
3	Strategies that help students make connections from prior learning and experiences to new learning across disciplines	27
4	Teaching for long-term memory is primary goal	37
5	Constructing knowledge through higher-level thinking processes	47
6	Collaborative learning is an integral part of the classroom	61
7	Bridging the gap between all learners, regardless of race, socioeconomic status, sex, or creed	69
8	Evaluating learning through a variety of authentic assessments	77
9	In-depth understanding that leads to real-world practices	87
10	Seamless integration of technology for high-quality instruction	93
11	Putting it all together	99