{"product_id":"smart-thinking-isbn-9780399537752","title":"Smart Thinking","description":"Think smart people are just born that way? Think again.\u003cp\u003eDrawing on diverse studies of the mind, from psychology to linguistics, philosophy, and learning science, Art Markman, Ph.D., demonstrates the difference between \"smart thinking\" and raw intelligence, showing readers how memory works, how to learn effectively, and how to use knowledge to get things done. He then introduces his own three-part formula for readers to employ \"smart thinking\" in their daily lives.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eSmart Thinking\u003c\/i\u003e gives readers:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e    \u003cli\u003eThe means to replace self-limiting habits with new behaviors that foster smart thinking\u003c\/li\u003e    \u003cli\u003eAn understanding of the mind itself as well as memory\u003c\/li\u003e    \u003cli\u003eThe ability to define and solve problems by finding and applying relevant knowledge\u003c\/li\u003e    \u003cli\u003eWays to present and process information effectively\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\"Markman provides a helpful guide for developing smarter habits, and ultimately, a smarter, more fulfilling life of learning.\" \u003cbr\u003e—Charles Ealy, \u003ci\u003eAustin American\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"…the book is an easy read, though rewards re-reading. Unlike many of these 'Think yourself smarter' books, this one has lots of good advice, and feels like it relies on primary sources more than secondary. In fact, I bet I end up reading a lot of what is in this book, taken out of context by 'Think yourself successful' gurus. Save time, read it here, at the source.\"\u003cbr\u003e---\u003ci\u003eTom Otley, The Business Traveler\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"\u003ci\u003eSmart Thinking \u003c\/i\u003eteaches people how their minds work so they can be more effective performers at work and at life. An essential read for anyone who wants to operate at their best, think outside the box, and accomplish whatever goals they set out to achieve.\"\u003cbr\u003e---Sian Beilock, PhD, author of \u003ci\u003eChoke \u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“If you want to be more creative, if you want to be an innovator, this is the book for you. Creativity doesn't fall out of the sky. It favors the prepared mind. This book prepares your mind.” \u003cbr\u003e---Hara Estroff Marano, author of \u003ci\u003eA Nation of Wimps\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“What does thinking quickly create a positive mood? Are goals contagious? How do you create a culture of smart thinking? Building on decades of research in cognitive psychology and replete with stories and practical tools, Markman answers these questions and in doing so teaches you how to learn. Once finished, you’ll feel smarter. Consider it an owner’s manual to the mind.”\u003cbr\u003e---Jennifer Lynn Aaker, General Atlantic Professor of Marketing, Stanford GSB and author of \u003ci\u003eThe Dragonfly Effect\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e“Smart Thinking\u003c\/i\u003e not only enriches the literature on human thought--and its foibles--it takes it to the next level, offering clear prescriptions for how to sharpen memory, analysis and creativity in our daily lives.” \u003cbr\u003e---Wray Herbert, author of \u003ci\u003eOn Second Thought: Outsmarting Your Mind's Hard-Wired Habits\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cb\u003eArt Markman, Ph.D.,\u003c\/b\u003e is one of the premier cognitive scientists in the field and has been published in more than 125 journals. He is the Annabel Irion Worsham Centennial Professor of Psychology and Marketing at the University of Texas at Austin. He is also the author of the scholarly work \u003ci\u003eKnowledge Representation\u003c\/i\u003e, and has been the editor of \u003ci\u003eCognitive Science \u003c\/i\u003esince 2006.","brand":"Tarcher","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46304424722661,"sku":"NP9780399537752","price":24.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9780399537752.jpg?v=1767736798","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/es\/products\/smart-thinking-isbn-9780399537752","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}