In his popular book How Humans Learn: The Science and Stories Behind Effective College Teaching, Joshua Eyler argues that effective teaching starts with understanding five fundamental aspects of how we're wired to learn: curiosity, sociality, emotion, authenticity, and failure. Drawing on evolutionary biology and cognitive science, Eyler shows how faculty can leverage these innate human capacities to more successfully engage students and to improve learning and retention. During our three meetings, we'll consider the scientific foundations behind Eyler's five pillars of effective learning how these principles translate into concrete instructional strategies. All Temple instructors and staff are welcome.

Facilitator: Dana Dawson, Associate Director, CAT

This three-part book group will meet in person on the following dates:

• Monday, January 26, 2:00-2:50 PM
• Monday, February 9, 2:00-2:50 PM
• Monday, February 23, 2:00-2:50 PM

Registration for the first session serves as registration for the subsequent session. Participants will receive a complimentary copy of the book. Books will be available for pickup at the CAT reception desk (TECH Center, Suite 112) in January. Once registered, please stop by to claim your copy.