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A Character-Driven and Brain Compatible Classroom Tertiary-LifelongThis article uses research on how the brain impacts learning to detail eight elements that are necessary to create a brain-compatible environment in the classroom. It also outlines practical ways to teach Lifelong Guidelines, Life Skills, character development... -
Brain Research - Does It Support Ellen G. White's Counsels to Educators? Kindergarten-Grade 12This feature article identifies the connection between Ellen White's counsels on education and the findings of current brain researchers. Caviness examines 15 recurrent themes in brain research and 12 in Ellen White's counsels; she arrives at insightful conclusions... -
How the Brain Learns Best Kindergarten-LifelongThis article shares brain-function research conclusions regarding how the brain learns best: 1) through multisensory processing, 2) in a predictable sequence, 3) in a flexible environment, 4) when intrinsically motivated. Learning activities need to include... -
Mental, Physical, and Spiritual Harmony from a Neuroscience Perspective Tertiary-LifelongCaviness looks at the fractal theory, which a rheumatologist noted "applies not only to the brain, the heart, and the brain/body, it also applies to the immune system and, in fact, to DNA as well." Caviness also notes how it relates to spirituality.... -
Practical Guidelines for Classroom Discipline Kindergarten-Grade 12This article discusses six guidelines for classroom discipline: 1) knowing the purpose of discipline; 2) making the connection between instruction and behavior; 3) developing a repertoire of models; 4) teaching social skills; 5) planning the first two weeks... -
Practical Ways to Improve Your Science Teaching Grade 7-LifelongMany students who choose majors in engineering or science drop out of these programs after one year of college. Factors leading to high drop-out rates include: teaching atmosphere (enthusiasm, empathy, collaboration) and student development and learning (student... -
The Fun Factor: How Active Enjoyment Impacts Learning Kindergarten-Grade 12In the prevailing atmosphere of testing, standards, and benchmarks, have educators lost sight of the objective of making learning fun? Morelan addresses the challenge of meeting the standards, yet still creating an environment where learning is enjoyable and... -
The Mind Body Connection - Practical Applications for Brain Based Learning Kindergarten-Grade 12Campbell notes that while research on brain based learning supports concepts presented by Ellen White, a limited understanding of what brain research actually means for education still exists. The article explores the strong connection between learning and... -
Worth the Effort - Applying Brain Research in Kindergarten Kindergarten-Grade 2To alleviate first days of school stress, Julie Westlake provided her students with a positive learning environment that was free of threats and stress, allowed student choice, and created a physical environment that allowed her students to excel in arts and...