In the second part of her three-part vlog series, Patrice Bain, an experienced educator, speaker, and author, delves into the cognitive strategies featured in her book ‘Powerful Teaching: Unleash the Science of Learning.’ These strategies have earned the nickname “power tools” due to their remarkable effectiveness. She emphasises that adopting these powerful cognitive strategies is essential for transferring information from working memory to long-term memory. According to Patrice, it is a common occurrence for students to dedicate extensive study efforts for exams or tests, only to realise that they did not perform well. The reason behind this is often attributed to students’ tendency to concentrate on studying what they already know. Moreover, despite teachers’ sincere efforts and commitment to delivering effective instruction, the material is frequently forgotten by students. By empowering students with effective learning strategies and teaching them how to learn through the science of teaching and learning, it becomes a significant victory for everyone involved.
Patrice M. Bain, Ed.S., is an esteemed educator, speaker, and author. With a wealth of experience, including being a finalist for Illinois Teacher of the Year and serving as a Fulbright Scholar in Russia, Patrice has garnered recognition through national and international presentations, webinars, podcasts, articles, and press coverage. Her expertise has been featured in esteemed outlets such as PBS NOVA and Scientific American.
Throughout her 25+ year teaching career, Patrice dedicated 15 years to collaborating with cognitive scientists, translating their research findings into practical learning strategies. Her contributions were acknowledged by the U.S. Department of Education, inviting her to co-author the book “Organizing Instruction and Study to Improve Student Learning” alongside cognitive scientists. Patrice also co-authored the influential book “Powerful Teaching: Unleash the Science of Learning” and authored “A Parent’s Guide to Powerful Teaching.”
Notably, Patrice’s expertise extends beyond the classroom. She was selected as one of two U.S. teachers on the working task group “Neuromyths vs. Neurotruths,” supported by the Institute of Education Sciences (IES) and the National Commission on Education Research (NCER). Additionally, she serves on the Educational Advisory Board for the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis, contributing her insights to inform educational initiatives. Patrice was also among 300 educators worldwide invited to contribute to UNESCO’s ISEE (International Science and Evidence-based Education) vision for 2030, highlighting her commitment to shaping the future of education.