If you know how the human memory works, you can adjust your lessons to that. Consequence? Students showing greater proficiency and a higher language awareness, students who are more motivated because the lessons fit our natural learning process. 

The book not only contains a large collection of research data about the functionality of our brain, it also provides practical tips for the world language classroom: activities to enforce the working memory, tips for students with dyslexia, tips to reduce the cognitive load and many more.

The book is divided into short chapters with a clear summary at the end of every chapter, questions for reflection and tips for more reading and listening.

In short: every language teachers should have a copy of this book to re-read from time to time.