BRAIN-FRIENDLY LEARNING

An interesting link: http://www.edunet.com/etp/articles/brain.htm

The underlying foundation (greatly simplified) of this learning/teaching theory is that there are many factors which need to be integrated into the learning process

The right brain and the left brain

• The left hemisphere is concerned with logical and analytical skills
  

• The right hemisphere is the center of visual, rhythm, "artistic" abilities

The reflex brain

• Stimulated by activity, the "reflex brain" makes sure the brain has the oxygen it needs to function well.

The limbic system

• Links memory with emotion and is stimulated by "self investment" i.e. personal involvement

The new brain

• The new brain is the area of the brain that creates new material

Different learning styles

• The idea that language is best learned when presented and worked on through a combination of the ear (auditory), the eye (visual), and by movement (kinetic)
  

In this style of learning/teaching, any given exercise stimulates many of the above areas in order to involve as much of the brain as possible in the learning experience, thereby producing more effective results.