Brain-Compatible Science

Gain fresh insights for teaching, learning, and assessing knowledge of critical science concepts through the exploration of research-based practices for science education.

This book turns science on its ear with the author`s revolutionary approach to the subject. This veteran science specialist summarizes and outlines the most essential principles of chaos theory and other new science theories. She explains the implications and applications of brain-compatible classrooms and gives lessons that can be easily integrated into existing science curriculum. She even supplies charts for each chapter to help teachers navigate the brain compatibility of their classrooms.

Gain fresh insights for teaching, learning, and assessing knowledge of critical science concepts through the exploration of research-based practices for science education.

Margaret Mangan is an award-winning educator whose teaching experience spans 36 years and grades 1 through 8 in Wisconsin schools. Most recently, Margaret taught science at Whitefish Bay Middle School, and prior to that was a science specialist for elementary schools in Whitefish Bay. Operating from a cart, Margaret traveled to forty-one classrooms a week to teach hands-on science to first through fifth graders. Drawing from inquiry, constructivist, and brain-based learning models, Margaret uses a variety of teaching strategies that address diverse learning styles. In addition to working with students, Margaret presents hands-on science workshops for educators. Margaret has a Master's of Education in professional development with an emphasis in science education from Cardinal Stritch University in Milwaukee.