The Brain in Simplified English
A collection of readings about the Mind, Brain, Education and related topics in simplified English. The readings are based on articles and topics that have appeared in our Think Tanks+. Use them with your students. Share them with colleagues. Read them yourself as a gentle introduction to some of the issues and themes discussed in the Think Tanks+.
What Do Learners Need to Know About Their Brains? By: Stephen M. Ryan
CEFR Level: A2+
Word Count: 1,437
Brains. Everybody has one. Not everybody knows how to use one well. If you are trying to learn something (English, a skill for your hobby, how to make friends, etc.), your brain is your most important tool. The more you know about it, the better you can learn.
Teacher-Student Relations in the Classroom By: Stephen M. Ryan
CEFR Level: B1
Word Count: 822
Ready to learn? Teacher, textbook, classroom, classmates; what else do we need? Well, according to experts on both learning and teaching, the missing ingredient is love, the love of teachers for their students. The relationship between teachers and students is at the heart of learning.