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This handy guide puts a new twist on your teaching and training practices and shows how you can stimulate and invigorate learners through state-changing activities engaging techniques thelp refocus the brain and create a receptive state of mind that enhances learning Each section presents specific state-changing activities and the brain research behind them While the strategies are geared for secondary classrooms, all can be adapted across grade levels Classroom Activators illustrates how simple changes in delivering instruction or designing the classroom environment can help capture student interest and keep learners focused The author examines state-changing activities within four categories: Energizing the Environment: examines ways tkeep the learning environment fresh Getting Your Students Attention: offers ideas thelp students focus on the task at hand Energizing Your Students: presents techniques tuse when the students may need a trefocus attention in the middle of a lesson Building Teams and Community: includes activities for community building, team building, and rapport building