Teaching the male brain : how boys think, feel, and learn in school /
James, Abigail Norfleet.
Thousand Oaks, CA : Corwin Press,
c2007.
This guide to teaching boys combines classic and cutting-edge research to show you why males learn differently and, more important, how you can differentiate teaching strategies to help them succeed in the classroom. The author's qualitative and quantitative research presents the cognitive, sensory, physical, social, and emotional differences between genders. James draws from years of classroom experience to offer strategies that have been tested, refined, and used successfully in the field. This easy-to-use handbook provides helpful examples, case studies, and troubleshooting sections illustrating how to handle the concerns that can arise when teaching boys.
Includes bibliographical references (p. 265-280) and index.
This guide to teaching boys combines classic and cutting-edge research to show you why males learn differently and, more important, how you can differentiate teaching strategies to help them succeed in the classroom. The author's qualitative and quantitative research presents the cognitive, sensory, physical, social, and emotional differences between genders. James draws from years of classroom experience to offer strategies that have been tested, refined, and used successfully in the field. This easy-to-use handbook provides helpful examples, case studies, and troubleshooting sections illustrating how to handle the concerns that can arise when teaching boys.
Part 1. Sex and gender differences in the classroom. Brain basics -- Sensory differences -- Physical differences -- Cognitive differences -- Part 2. Societal and biological influences. ADHD and learning disabilities -- Social and emotional differences -- Students with other risks -- Part 3. Strategies and resources for teaching the male brain. Classroom management strategies -- Content-specific suggestions -- Effective teaching -- Resources and other helps.
Boys
Boys
Sex differences in education.
Academic achievement.