Cognitive Science Education

A new edition of a classic work that originated the "embodied cognition" movement and was one of the first to link science and Buddhist practices.

The Neuroscience of Learning: How Brain Science and AI Can Elevate Your Learning What if you could learn faster, retain information more effectively, and unlock hidden potential within your mind? In The Neuroscience of Learning, discover the groundbreaking science behind how we learn and the practical applications that can make us all better learners. Blending leading-edge neuroscience with everyday insights, this book offers a transmutative look at how our brains function during learning, the influence of emotions and motivation, and the remarkable ways our brains’ neuroplasticity allows...

What if learning could be deeper, faster, and longer-lasting—without adding more stress or content overload? Breakthrough Learning reveals how small, science-backed teaching shifts can create powerful results in any learning environment. Rooted in cognitive psychology and real-world classroom examples, this book guides educators, learners, and lifelong thinkers through practical strategies that actually work.

Brain science and cognitive psychology is one of the most versatile psychological specialty areas today - and one of the most in demand. So whether it be for study and research purposes or for self development, this is the perfect book for you!

Future-proof your career and maximize your competitive advantage by learning the skill necessary to stay relevant, reinvent yourself, and adapt to whatever the workplace throws your way in this essential guide that goes beyond the insights of popular works such as Extreme Productivity, Deep Work...

A revolutionary new approach to ADD/ADHD featuring cutting-edge research and strategies to help readers thrive, by the bestselling authors of the seminal books Driven to Distraction and Delivered from Distraction “An inspired road map for living with a distractible brain . . . If you or...

“There are words that are so familiar they obscure rather than illuminate the thing they mean, and ‘learning’ is such a word. It seems so ordinary, everyone does it. Actually it’s more of a black box, which Dehaene cracks open to reveal the awesome secrets within.”—The New York Times...

In Smart Teaching Stronger Learning, renowned cognitive scientists from around the world share innovative teaching strategies that significantly transform student learning. This approachable resource distills key principles from the science of learning, with concise chapters and real-world examples for busy educators and leaders in K–12, higher education, and beyond. Enrich your pedagogy, professional growth, and knowledge of the newest findings in educational psychology with down-to-earth tips straight from the source: cognitive scientists who are also classroom teachers. Learn how you ...

Bullshit isn’t what it used to be. Now, two science professors give us the tools to dismantle misinformation and think clearly in a world of fake news and bad data. Misinformation, disinformation, and fake news abound and it’s increasingly difficult to know what’s true. Our media...

An audiobook for learners of all ages containing the best and most updated advice on learning from neuroscience and cognitive psychology. Do you spend too much time learning with disappointing results? Do you find it difficult to remember what you read? Do you put off studying because it’s...

“The Knowledge Illusion is filled with insights on how we should deal with our individual ignorance and collective wisdom.” —Steven Pinker We all think we know more than we actually do. Humans have built hugely complex societies and technologies, but most of us don’t even know how a pen...

The Science of Skill Transfer: Why Learning One Thing Helps or Fails to Help Learning Another is a clear, research grounded exploration of one of the most important and misunderstood questions in learning, education, and personal development. Why do some skills seem to carry over effortlessly into new situations while others remain locked to the place where they were learned? Drawing from cognitive science, psychology, education research, and real world examples, this book explains how skill transfer actually works, when it succeeds, and why it so often fails. This book goes beyond popular ...

The Next Big Idea Club, August 2023 Must-Read Book In 2016, scientists proved that humans could see light at the level of a single photon. We are living in historic times when humans may look at the very fabric of the universe in a laboratory setting. Around the world, other recent discoveries...

The groundbreaking science of how and why we talk, and how this ability impacts every area of our lives Humans are the only species that can transform internal ideas into talk, whether through speech, writing, or sign language. But why do we have this almost magical, special talent? It turns out...

With irresistibly persuasive vigor, David Shenk debunks the long-standing notion of genetic “giftedness,” and presents dazzling new scientific research showing how greatness is in the reach of every individual. DNA does not make us who we are. “Forget everything you think you know about...

The world’s leading researchers on human behavior and decision-making equip us with the knowledge, tools, and techniques to become better decision makers—and ultimately improve the world around us—in this powerful guide that builds on the insights of the influential bestseller Nudge. When...

Unpacks and pulls the curtain back on what happens to our brains and our behaviors each time we addictively engage social media and the influencers we encounter there. Individuals seeking to widen their tribes of friends, fans, and followers have an abundance of resources for building their...

An entertaining investigation of the numerical abilities of animals and our own appetite for arithmetic The philosopher Bertrand Russell once observed that realizing that a pair of apples and the passage of two days could somehow both be represented by the concept we call “two” was one...

Discover "Echoes of the Mind" – Your Gateway to Unleashing the Power of Memory! Embark on a transformative journey through the labyrinth of your memory with "Echoes of the Mind". This ground-breaking eBook is your guide to understanding the mysteries of the mind and mastering the art of memory. Unlock the secrets of cognitive enhancement and become the architect of your learning destiny. Dive into the "Foundations of Memory" and unearth the neurological bedrock of remembering. Navigate the rich landscapes of sensory, short-term, and long-term memory and learn how sleep weaves experiences ...

A genetics expert and professor challenges our understanding of intelligence, explaining what it truly means to be “smart,” why conventional assessments are misleading, and what everyone can do to optimize their potential. Growing up in middle-class suburban Los Angeles in the 1980s, Rina...