
Science of Learning and Development
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The science of learning and development (SoLD) refers to the growing body of research from the fields of neuroscience, psychology, and other developmental and learning sciences, which tells an optimistic story about the potential of all learners. This evidence shows that the brain continues to develop throughout life as a product of relationships, environments, and experiences. Findings from this work have serious implications and powerful lessons for improving education. The foundations of the U.S. education system were built more than 100 years ago and were designed to select and sort—through segregation, unequal school funding, and tracking—rather than promote development and help every student access opportunities and reach their full potential.
Further Reading
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Foundational SoLD Research
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Malleability, plasticity, and individuality: How children learn and develop in context
journal article, Applied Developmental Science
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Implications for educational practice of the science of learning and development
journal article, Applied Developmental Science
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Drivers of human development: How relationships and context shape learning and development
journal article, Applied Developmental Science
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Case Studies
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Related Resources
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Design Principles for Community-Based Settings
interactive report, Forum for Youth Investment
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Developing Effective and Responsive Schools and Practitioners. Insights From the Science of Learning and Development
journal article, Revista Portuguesa De Investigação Educacional
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Nurturing Nature: How Brain Development Is Inherently Social and Emotional, and What This Means for Education
journal article, Educational Psychologist
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The Brain Basis for Integrated Social, Emotional, and Academic Development: How Emotions and Social Relationships Drive Learning
brief, Aspen Institute National Commission on Social, Emotional, and Academic Development
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How Learning Happens
video series, Edutopia
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Project-Based Learning
video series, Edutopia
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Educating the Whole Child
blog series
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What Makes Social-Emotional Learning So Important? Four Measures That Can Contribute to Developmentally Healthy Schools
article, School Administrator
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Why School Climate Matters and What Can Be Done to Improve It
article, NASBE Standard
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What will it take to promote whole-child development, learning,and thriving at scale?
article, American Federation of Teachers