Maximize The Power Of The Brain

In optimal learning, teaching and assessment are integrated rather than separate processes.  Learning is a natural function of the brain. Humans have a marvelous brain, whose possibilities appear endless.

When our  brain is challenged learning is enhanced. For example, creative arts, sports, games that include thoughts, feelings, and physical energy,  engages many parts of the brain simultaneously. 

Increasingly, we are becoming aware of the need to incorporate brain-based research into our models of learning and teaching.

There is a growing recognition of the complexity and diversity of human learning. We cannot teach everybody in the same way. 

Teaching must address individual learners.  Children's learning style preferences, and cultural backgrounds.  Learning requires your children to connect new learning with what they already know and have experienced.  

The findings in brain research indicate that effective learning results from the wholistic response of the whole brain to incoming stimuli.

The Brain-based Techniques

Accelerated learning makes optimum use of the co-operation between the left and right sides of our brain.  An overview of how brain-based techniques can be used to enrich the learning experience of all young children.

*  Introducing your children to mind mapping, organizes, categorizes and taking in informations that is related.

*  Teaching your children through visual, aural and kinesthetic means. Use music to maximize their learning

*   Learning in a variety of ways. Children understand and remember facts and skills when they are actively participating  in their learning.

*  Fostering the beginning of group works. Cooperative learning is important, because children need opportunities to act out their innate drives.  

*  Managing behavior positively. For maximum learning to take place, children must feel safe and secure.   .

*  Learning involves focused attention. Help your children to develop good attention skills.

*  Addressing your children's physical needs, get them enough of sleep and the quality of nutrition. Fatigue will affect the brain’s memory.

*  Engaging our children with interactive multiple intelligences activities.

*  Providing rich experiences and opportunities to make sense of their experiences.

Tony Buzan Mind Mapping

Tony Buzan is a leading expert on the brain and learning. He is the  inventor of the revolutionary Mind- Mapping technique, which he believes is more efficient than conventional methods of writing notes.

The Mind Map is a visual representation of the thought process, and became instantly popular as a creative, innovative and efficient alternative to linear notation.  

Tapping into the way brain actually works. Mind Mapping allows ideas to radiate from a central focus while providing a holistic picture of the situation.

Buzan reveals exciting new ways to improve one's memory, concentration, creativity, ability to learn, and how people can maximize their brainpower.

The Mind Map is an adaptable tool for just about anything: planning, organising, creating, presenting, problem solving, and communicating. 

The most effective Mind Maps also contain lots of images and different colours, as these help the brain to remember. 

What Do You Know About Human Brains?

The human brain comprises a trillion cells, 100 billion of them neurons linked in networks that give rise to intelligence, creativity, emotion, consciousness and memory.  

Our brain is the most complex organ in the human body, and perhaps the most remarkable.  It's a thinking organ that learns and grows by interacting with the world through perception and action.

According to Dr. William Glasser, an internationally recognized psychiatrist.

"How The Brain Learns Best"  We learn....

10% of what we read.

20% of what we hear.

30% of what we see.

50% of what we both see and hear.

70% of what is discussed with others

80% of what we experience

95% of what we teach

Brain Research Suggests

Each brain is unique. The brain learns best when it processes cognitive, affective, and psychomotor information simultaneously.

New learning that is relevant and meaningful to previous mental, emotional, and physical experiences strengthens memory. Instruction that is not relevant and meaningful is less likely to be remembered.

When the brain is threatened it reverts to a fight or flight mode and learning suffers. Threats may come from internal or external sources of information or a combination of both.

A stifling physical environment or bullying peer may be an example of an external source of stress.

Negative emotions created by grading, testing, or parental pressures may be an example of internal sources. 

When children feel good about themselves as learners, they are willing to focus the attention necessary for further learning.

Focused attention is an important aspect of learning. Children are more willing to tackle tasks if they believe they can be successful.

When children feel good about themselves as learners, they are willing to focus the attention necessary for further learning.

Focused attention is an important aspect of learning. Children are more willing to tackle tasks if they believe they can be successful.

When children feel defeated or unable to learn in schools, the problems of teaching them become very difficult.

That is why many reading programs insist on early intervention before children develop negative feelings about their own abilities and about their willingness to participate.

Guide to Holistic Childhood Education- Holistic Living Wellness for Your Families

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