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The Learning Brain-Using Schema to Make Connection

There has been great feedback and discussion from my strategy lessons videos. Check out this conversation with HS students on the anatomy of the learning brain with focus on the comprehension strategy of Schema-Connecting Known to New.

As you watch the lesson, think about ways to adapt the conversation to your students and grade level as well as what can be done to continue this dialougue in students independent work.

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Posted by Angela Maiers on September 21, 2008 in COMPREHENSION TOOLS , MINI-LESSONS , PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT , STRATEGIES THAT WORK , TEACHING AND LEARNING | Permalink

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Angela Maiers
Maiers Educational Svcs, Inc
Des Moines, IA
Ph:515-554-2004
Fx: 801-772-8257

Email me: angela@angelamaiers.com

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