Overview of Theories

This graphic explains key concepts and learning paradigms that affect learning. They are organized by the theorists who developed them and the disciplines they affect.

A blog post summarizing key education theories with appropriate depth and concise language.

This resource provides an overview of brain-based learning, as well as specific brain-based research and strategies.

This frequently updated page is Edutopia’s collection on strategies that are supported by brain-based learning.

This resource is a clear concise article on the misleading use of multiple intelligences. The article explains the myth, and provides dos and don’ts in the use of the multiple intelligences theory. Best practices include providing multiple ways to access information, individualize lessons, use art, don’t pigeonhole students into an intelligence or conflate with learning styles which have not demonstrably led to increased student learning.