By Tom Saleska, Ph.D. and Sarah Lovern, Ph.D. This program demonstrates several techniques to engage student brains in learning. All can be incorporated into either a traditional 50-minute or a longer class period. Since each student’s brain is unique and may learn in different ways, the presenters offer specific techniques that help vary the learning experience during a typical classroom timeframe. This includes patterning activities, organization and cueing, and creating the emotional impact of the lesson. LEARNING GOALS After this program, participants will be able to: Learn what patterning is and what patterning activities you can use in your classroom What are classroom analogies and how can you use them in your class How to direct patterning in your students Learn how to maximize student brainpower to improve student success TOPICS COVERED Techniques for initiating brain change during class Student engagement during class Setting expectations that improve student learning Brain patterning