It is a difficult needle to thread finding the perfect balance of neuroscience and instructional practices, but Allison Posey does this masterfully! With a deep understanding of the science of the brain as well as full appreciation for the art of learning, Allison helps us value our variability and the beautiful possibilities in our learning communities.

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About Our Guest:

Allison Posey is a learning and brain expert, story teller, inclusive teaching expert, scientist and artist. She also loves nature and sunsets and being mom to two grown kiddos.

Website: allisonposey.com

Twitter: @AllisonAposey

Books: Engage the Brain: How to Design for Learning That Taps into the Power of Emotion and Unlearning: Changing Your Beliefs and Your Classroom with UDL

Video: "The Science of Love" - Modern Love - Voices on the Green

The Article We Co-Wrote: The Scientific Case for Cultivating Grateful Learning Communities

About Lainie:

Lainie Rowell is an educator, international consultant, podcaster, and TEDx speaker. She is the lead author of Evolving Learner and a contributing author of Because of a Teacher. Her latest book, Evolving with Gratitude, was just released. An experienced teacher and district leader, her expertise includes learner-driven design, community building, online/blended learning, and professional learning. Learn more at linktr.ee/lainierowell.

Twitter - @LainieRowell

Instagram - @LainieRowell

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