Just a note for readers: some posts from this blog will now be published simultaneously on The Edurati Review, a blog with several contributors. You can read my introduction and first post and follow the interesting discussions at this great resource.
All my blog postings will continue to be published here.
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Explores research findings from neuroscience and cognition to identify implications and applications for teaching.
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- Kevin D. Washburn, Ed.D.
- Kevin D. Washburn holds a doctoral degree in Educational Leadership with an emphasis in instruction and curriculum. His experience as a teacher in elementary through college level classrooms and positions in curriculum and instruction combine with his penchant for reading and research in both educational and scientific areas to uncover important implications for learning. Whether speaking in the classroom or convention setting, Dr. Washburn seeks to imbue a passion for quality instruction. He is the author of The Architecture of Learning: Designing Instruction for the Learning Brain (9780984345908)
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