Understanding the Brain: The Birth of a Learning Science

This second volume of Understanding the Brain focuses on literacy, numeracy, lifelong learning, and emotions and learning. The book describes what the latest brain imaging techniques and other advances in the neurosciences actually reveal about how the brain develops and operates at different stages in life from birth to old age. It explains how the brain is involved in acquiring skills such as reading and counting, and also presents scientific insights into what happens during conditions such as dyslexia or Alzheimer's disease. This enlightening publication aims to encourage dialogue among educators and neuroscientists about what each can contribute to a better understanding of learning processes.