Brain-based Learning Design Principles

12 Design Principles Based on Brain-based Learning Research By Jeffery A. Lackney, Ph.D. Based on a workshop facilitated by Randall Fielding, AIA Rich-simulating environments – color, texture, "teaching architecture", displays created by students (not teacher) so students have connection and ownership of the product. This list is not intended to be comprehensive in any way. A second caveat to presenting these design principles for brain-compatible learning environments concerns the need to use as many of these principles in combination in the design of a school building as possible. Workshop Summary Narrative: The objectives of the brain-based workshop track of the CEFPI Midwest Regional Conference were to: (a) understand the latest developments and findings from brain research; (b) discuss how these findings may educational curriculum and instruction for learning; and (c) explore what the implications these findings may have on school design. www.designshare.com

- Pat Wolfe – Mind Matters, Inc. Brain-based Learning Email Share Definition This learning theory is based on the structure and function of the brain. As long as the brain is not prohibited from fulfilling its normal processes, learning will occur. Please note: since this article was published, Geoffrey and Renate Caine, leaders in brain-based learning research, have modified their principles on the topic. Discussion People often say that everyone can learn. The core principles of brain-based learning state that: The brain is a parallel processor, meaning it can perform several activities at once, like tasting and smelling. The three instructional techniques associated with brain-based learning are: Orchestrated immersion –Creating learning environments that fully immerse students in an educational experience Relaxed alertness –Trying to eliminate fear in learners, while maintaining a highly challenging environment Active processing –Allowing the learner to consolidate and internalize information by actively processing it Reading

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