Title: What learning looks like : mediated learning in theory and practice, K-6 /
Authors: Feuerstein, Reuven.; Lewin-Benham, Ann.
Publisher: Teachers College Press,
Year: 2012
Subjects: Thought and thinking Study and teaching (Elementary); Mediated learning experience.; Cognitive learning.; Cognition in children.
Abstract: The authors bring to life the theory of mediated learning. Through numerous examples and scenarios from classrooms and museums, they show how mediated learning helps children to become more effective learners. --from publisher description
Contents: Learning through mediation -- The mediated learning experience defined -- Mediated learning in action -- Expert mediators -- Four essential cognitive acts -- Defining the effectiveness of learning experiences -- Creative use of effective exhibits -- More essential cognitive acts -- Blue sky partnerships -- Enlarging the cognitive repertoire -- Stretching the brain to make learning happen -- After words -- Appendix A: list of deficient cognitive functions -- Appendix B: advice for parents of children with learning challenges.