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Brain Connections

Thinking Maps are built on a strong foundation of cognitive science and research-based best practices in teaching and learning. Download the whitepapers to learn more about our methodology!

Whitepapers

The Building Blocks Of Brain-Based Learning

The Research Base for Thinking Maps

Learn how the brain prefers to process information to maximize retention, recall, and deep understanding.

Distance and Hybrid Learning

Nine Best Practices

Find research-based best practices, implementation tips, and helpful resources for distance and hybrid learning.

The Professional Learning Cycle

Building a Culture of Continuous Learning for Teachers

Build strong professional learning communities and drive progress through application of the 4-part Learning Cycle.

Metacognition

Closing the Gap Between Knowing and Doing

Explore the research on metacognition and learn classroom strategies to support metacognitive thinking.

Alignments

Thinking Maps and the Science of Reading

Thinking Maps support all strands of the science of reading, including both Word Recognition and Language Comprehension skills.

Mapping What Works for English Language Learners

English Language Learners (ELLs) need extra support in the classroom to unlock their learning potential. Thinking Maps and Path to Profi ciency help ELLs improve language profi ciency, build academic vocabulary, and access grade-level content.

Thinking Maps and the Next Generation Science Standards

Are you looking for tools and strategies to support scientific thinking and STEM learning? Thinking Maps supports all three elements of the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS): understanding Disciplinary Core Ideas, engaging with Crosscutting Concepts, and applying Science and Engineering Practices.

Learning Forward 2022 Standards for Professional Learning

Thinking Maps supports the Learning Forward standards in five important ways.

Mapping What Works in Math

Thinking Maps Alignment to What Works Clearinghouse Evidence-Based Practice Guides for Math

Mapping What Works

Thinking Maps Alignment to What Works Clearinghouse Evidence-Based Practice Guides

Mapping What Works in Writing

Thinking Maps Alignment to What Works Clearinghouse Evidence-Based Practice Guides for Writing

Ready to Think, Ready to Learn

Supporting the Essential Domains of School Readiness with Thinking Maps