Lunchtime Keynote: Guide to the Science of Learning …

Guide to the Science of Learning explores what is happening in students’ brains when learning takes place and how teachers can use insights from cognitive science, neuroscience and psychology to make classroom practice more effective. Drawing on research from fMRI scans, cognitive load theory and emerging work in neuroeducation, this book bridges the gap between laboratory research and everyday teaching. It helps teachers understand attention, memory, motivation and metacognition, while translating complex neuroscience into practical strategies that support all learners, particularly those who are neurodivergent.

Teachers and school leaders will learn how to:

• Design lessons that work with the brain, not against it – applying principles of attention, working memory and cognitive load to improve learning.
• Turn research into classroom practice – using retrieval practice, questioning, modelling and metacognitive strategies to strengthen long-term memory.
• Build whole-school approaches to the science of learning – embedding cognitive science into curriculum planning, professional development and support for neurodiverse learners.