The Spark of Learning: Energizing the College Classroom with the Science of Emotion

The Spark of Learning

Energizing the College Classroom with the Science of Emotion

2016 • 256 pages

Informed by psychology and neuroscience, Cavanagh argues that in order to capture students' attention, harness their working memory, bolster their long-term retention, and enhance their motivation, educators should consider the emotional impact of their teaching style and course design.


Become a Librarian

Series

Featured Series

6 released books

Teaching and Learning in Higher Education

Teaching and Learning in Higher Education is a 6-book series with 6 released primary works first released in 2016 with contributions by Sarah Rose Cavanagh, Joshua R. Eyler, and Thomas J. Tobin.

The Spark of Learning: Energizing the College Classroom with the Science of Emotion
How Humans Learn: The Science and Stories behind Effective College Teaching
Reach Everyone, Teach Everyone: Universal Design for Learning in Higher Education
Intentional Tech: Principles to Guide the Use of Educational Technology in College Teaching
Teaching about Race and Racism in the College Classroom: Notes from a White Professor
Radical Hope: A Teaching Manifesto

Reviews

Popular Reviews

Reviews with the most likes.

There are no reviews for this book. Add yours and it'll show up right here!


Top Lists

See all (0)

List

285 books

Owned

Press Start to Play
The Rage of Dragons
Mirror Gate
Applied Empathy: The New Language of Leadership
The Killing Fog
Your Perfect Year
Enchantress