Includes bibliographical references and index.

pt. 1. The structure and function of the human brain. Opening the black box of the brain. Brain anatomy--A short course : Neurons and subcortical structures. Brain anatomy--A short course : the cortex. How neurons communicate -- pt. 2. Brain development from birth through adolescence. The early and middle years. The adolescent brain: a work in progress. The role of exercise, sleep, nutrition, and technology -- pt. 3. From sensory input to information storage. Sensory memory : getting information into the brain. Working memory : the conscious processing of information. Long-term memory : the brain's storage system -- pt. 3. Matching instruction to how the brain learns best. Making curriculum meaningful through problems, projects, and simulations. Using the visual and auditory senses to enhance learning. A toolkit of brain-compatible strategies. A final note on brain-compatible teaching and learning.