Brain Rules (2008) (edit title/settings)

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“Simple, straightforward, well-organizaed and well-written. What else can I say? The DVD has some nice additional info, but isn't necessary unless you subscribe to Rule 9: Stimulate more of the senses - multisensory learning means better remembering.”

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“Do you live in a box? Chances are you have and may live in one now. We are under the assumption that "learning" takes place in a classroom and conduct "business" in a cubicle, but what if these environments were actually holding us back? This book does a great job of exploring our past, present and potential future successes related to the understanding of how our brains work. Incorporating team work and cooperation between various disciplines will lead to new discoveries and vast improvements in how we live and learn throughout our lives. ”

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“To be honest, I didn't get "jazzed" enough over this book to recommend it. I had heard most of the pathology cases before, I tuned out when it went into brain anatomy, and the author violated his own recommendation to use more pictures to enhance learning (he wrote a 280 book with one illustration). That being said, I did find some ideas that will help me be a more efficient learner and make me more effective when teaching others.”

• Rated 5 stars

“John Medina does a great job breaking down scientific information to every day language. Also spends a lot of time explaining how these scientific findings can help us in to every day life.”

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“Now 50% through. Very interesting concepts. From chapter 1, we know exercise makes stronger muscles, but how many realized it make for a stronger mind. There is a ton of information in this book which the author presents in a very readable way. One major point is the concept of multitasking is a lie. Humans simply do not have the capacity to multitask.”

• Rated 4 stars

“I found this book very interesting because I enjoy learning how the brain works. I get a little lost (bored?) when authors go into detail about brain regions just like I would if someone told me how a car engine work. I just prefer to use the features. This book did a good job of explaining the features within the 12 rules. I found several points where I flipped the edge of a pages because they had information I'll be able to use as I train people on sales and influence.”

• Rated 5 stars

“Wonderfully thorough and accessible! Medina presents complicated data and concepts in an engaging manner and supports his ideas with examples and stories designed to maximize recall. I loved reading this book and anticipate that I'll be referencing it often!”

• Rated 4 stars

“supported by website that contains video vignettes to help the reader grasp the concepts.”

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“100 points project book”