Learning that is hands-on is more likely to be recalled. Teachers can try to do as much active learning as possible for each lesson in the classroom. This includes role playing, creating a project, and hands-on experiments. Teachers can help students learn new words by asking students to create action pictures of the word. Any kind of graphic organizer help students to recall knowledge or build on prior knowledge. Some of the graphic organizers teachers can use is a flow chart, mapping, and Venn diagram. Flash cards and quick reaction games help store and recall memories too.
The brain learns best by repeating an earlier learning and it makes neural pathways more efficient. When the brain is stimulated by new ideas or situations like listening to music or solving a problem it produces more electrical energy that allows people to recall memories. Having an stimulating classroom environment promotes learning and motivation. Teachers can put in place brain stimulating activities to help students recall new and old information.
I am not a hands-on learner so I need to recognize that some of my students may be and help them in that way. Thanks for reminding me!
ReplyDeleteMy sister, who is 8.5 months pregnant is worried about "what the baby will hear!" It's interesting to think about the education process beginning as early as the womb. I've hear of moms that put headphones on their tummies so the baby can listen to music. It's an important lesson to remember that children are sponges that begin learning much earlier than we often give them credit. Thanks!
ReplyDeleteGreat thoughts and ideas. I appreciate your recommendations about hands-on learning and graphic organizers. Great job!
ReplyDeleteLoved your post! I am really thinking more and more about the connection between hands on projects and brain activity. I would like to research more about the different ways I can still introduce an art lesson but engage all the learners in my classroom more effectively.
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