Peter C. Brown

Peter C. Brown is an author of nonfiction books and articles that explore the impact of technology on education and instruction. His published books include “Make it Stick: The Science of Successful Learning”, “The Systems Thinker”, “Make It Stick in Math” and “Make it Stick in Science”. With degrees in psychology, neuroscience and education from Brown University, Stanford University and the University of California at San Diego, Brown is a sought-after speaker, consultant and researcher on using new technologies and instructional strategies to improve learning.

Brown's career began with teaching in the United States Navy before transitioning to teaching in the public school system. Soon after, he was appointed as a Professor of Education at San Diego State University in the United States. Brown's early research focused on effective teaching, student motivation and assessment. His early interest in chaos theory and complexity science fueled a desire to understand complex systems and problems of learning.

Brown's work in the past two decades has centered on improving student learning and performance through the use of cognitive science, instructional theory and technology. He is best known for advocating for active learning and the science of learning; this is discussed in his books “Make it Stick” and “The Systems Thinker”. Brown argues that traditional rote learning practices are ineffective and instead proposes that learners should create conceptual models to better understand the content they are trying to learn.

Brown further applies this approach to mathematics and science instruction, where he believes interactive technologies should be used to create simulated environments. This allows students to actively engage with their learning material while using their own strategies and exploring the material. Brown believes this promotes sustained active learning rather than simple memorization of facts.

In his latest book, “Make It Stick in Math”, Brown explores how technology can be used to improve instruction and student performance. He begins with basics of math instruction, and then shows how innovative programs such as computerized drilling and testing can improve learning. Brown also covers issues such as problem-solving strategies, data visualization and simulations. Finally, Brown provides practical strategies for teachers to implement the concepts he covers.

Peter Brown continues to be an influential figure in the field of educational technology. His research and writings continue to impact both educators and researchers alike. Through his books and articles, Brown provides an in-depth exploration of the complexities of learning, highlighting the important role technology can have in improving learning outcomes and helping students to reach their true potential.