A-Z of Educational Neuroscience: Key Terms and Essential Concepts

By Cathy Rogers, Roisin Perry, Michael S. C. Thomas

This accessible guide explores the fascinating intersections between neuroscience, psychology, and education, offering an easy-to-navigate A-Z format that unpacks key concepts, debates, and themes essential to understanding how the brain learns.

From emotions and motivation to memory and attention, the authors reveal how groundbreaking neuroscience challenges traditional beliefs about learning and provides practical insights for transforming education. With clear explanations, concrete examples, and evidence-based recommendations, it empowers readers to apply neuroscience to real-world teaching and learning. Readers can dip into individual entries or explore the guide in its entirety. It serves as a trusted reference for topics such as growth mindset, screen time, dyslexia, and more. Cross-referenced entries allow readers to follow interconnected ideas, while curated "top ten" lists offer tailored starting points for specific audiences.

This indispensable resource is essential reading for students of psychology, neuroscience, and education, providing a lively and comprehensive primer. It is equally valuable for teachers, school leaders, SEND specialists and policymakers, equipping them with evidence-based insights to inform their decisions and unlock the potential of every learner.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1032991690
• ISBN13: 9781032991696
• Release Date: September 2026
• Publisher: Routledge
• Length: 250 Pages