Erika Galea discusses how to prevent summer becoming a three-month brain break for your child June 22, 2025 - 4 minute read Summer learning is not about cramming or worksheets; it is about bringing old knowledge back into the sunlight – in fun, natural ways. Photo: Shutterstock.com In a few days’ time, Malta’s schools will … Continue reading ‘My brain’s (not) on holiday!’ – Dr. Erika Galea on the Sunday Times of Malta
How the Brain Learns
Learn to work with your brain – Dr. Erika Galea on the Sunday Times of Malta
By understanding what strengthens your brain’s connections, you stop guessing your way through learning and start making it work for you, not against you. May 25, 2025| Erika Galea|4 min read https://timesofmalta.com/article/learn-work-brain.1110225 By learning how your brain works, you sharpen its ability to absorb new information and adapt quickly. What if the secret to better learning … Continue reading Learn to work with your brain – Dr. Erika Galea on the Sunday Times of Malta
How can we improve our mental health and wellbeing? – Dr. Erika Galea & Dr. Gabriel Ellul interviewed by Newsbook Malta
https://newsbook.com.mt/en/how-can-we-improve-our-mental-health-and-wellbeing/?fbclid=IwY2xjawGK2ZdleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHdKgFLA470G85Fsuc7aMJ8juzaNmkx5i3j-D9NiKMQIdXKBSNuqLFJWbXQ_aem_bK5rmxdszSnX8FDkK_kgMA Mental health, undeniably, is as significant as physical health, if not more. But in an era where there is a wide variety of stresses, from societal pressures to personal challenges, mental resilience and well-being are essential. Nurturing a society that understands, respects and prioritises mental health is thus crucial. While discussions around mental health … Continue reading How can we improve our mental health and wellbeing? – Dr. Erika Galea & Dr. Gabriel Ellul interviewed by Newsbook Malta
Adapting Education for the Digital Natives: Rethinking Teaching Methodologies for Today’s Technologically Fluent Children – Dr. Erika Galea on the Sunday Times of Malta
Many educators approach me asking: 'How can we increase engagement among this generation of students in our classrooms? It seems they're not interested." My response is: "Are we adapting our teaching methods to suit and meet the needs of today's students, who are born in a world filled with technology? Or are we educating our … Continue reading Adapting Education for the Digital Natives: Rethinking Teaching Methodologies for Today’s Technologically Fluent Children – Dr. Erika Galea on the Sunday Times of Malta
‘We have cognitive capacity, we have affective capacity, we have social capacity and we have physical capacity, and school should seek to develop all four of those. If we fail to do so, we have less than whole people as students’ – Professor Carol Ann Tomlinson
In the concluding vlog of the series, the respected and globally recognised Professor Carol Ann Tomlinson delves deeper into the holistic approach to education. She advocates for the comprehensive development of students, emphasising the equal importance of cognitive, emotional, social, and physical aspects in the learning process. Professor Tomlinson articulates a compelling argument: neglecting any … Continue reading ‘We have cognitive capacity, we have affective capacity, we have social capacity and we have physical capacity, and school should seek to develop all four of those. If we fail to do so, we have less than whole people as students’ – Professor Carol Ann Tomlinson
‘Because we are in a world in which kids need to go as meaning-makers, we need to be using assessments for kids to demonstrate understanding, apply what they have learned, and transfer it to situations that are brand new’ – Prof. Carol Ann Tomlinson
In her exploration of educational strategies featured in the third vlog of her 4-part series, Professor Carol Ann Tomlinson delves into the capacities of every student in a classroom. She challenges the notion of labelling students as 'gifted', emphasising instead the unique neurodiversity and potential in each individual. Prof. Tomlinson advocates for a personalised approach … Continue reading ‘Because we are in a world in which kids need to go as meaning-makers, we need to be using assessments for kids to demonstrate understanding, apply what they have learned, and transfer it to situations that are brand new’ – Prof. Carol Ann Tomlinson
‘A teacher who has a growth mindset believes that the brain is malleable and develops efficiently if we work with it in the right way, believes that kids can be given wonderful opportunities to learn almost anything they need to learn, and that our job is to reflect that to kids’ – Prof. Carol Ann Tomlinson
In the second vlog of her 4-part series, Professor Carol Ann Tomlinson delves into how research standards have evolved over time. In the 70s, researchers met the best-known standards of their era, just as in fields like medicine and architecture. They couldn't meet a 2020 research standard simply because they operated with the best knowledge … Continue reading ‘A teacher who has a growth mindset believes that the brain is malleable and develops efficiently if we work with it in the right way, believes that kids can be given wonderful opportunities to learn almost anything they need to learn, and that our job is to reflect that to kids’ – Prof. Carol Ann Tomlinson
‘A teacher needs to feel a real sense of energy in the content he or she teaches: this is a way for kids to understand better what the world means, what life is about and what their role in life is’ – Prof. Carol Ann Tomlinson
It was a true honour to engage in enlightening discussions about evidence-based practices with the esteemed Professor Carol Ann Tomlinson. I was absolutely thrilled when she accepted my invitation to be a featured guest on the Educational Neuroscience Hub blog. Her insights were not only inspirational but also deeply enriching. Throughout my undergraduate B.Ed. (Hons.) … Continue reading ‘A teacher needs to feel a real sense of energy in the content he or she teaches: this is a way for kids to understand better what the world means, what life is about and what their role in life is’ – Prof. Carol Ann Tomlinson
Does bilingualism protect against cognitive aging? – Dr. Federico Gallo
An interview with cognitive neuroscientist Dr. Federico Gallo, who was born and raised in Crema, northern Italy, a town that "acts greater than it actually is" (Federico Gallo). Federico obtained his bachelor's degree in psychology and cognitive neuroscience from Vita-Salute San Raffaele University in Milan, after which he proceeded to Moscow and Stockholm to complete … Continue reading Does bilingualism protect against cognitive aging? – Dr. Federico Gallo
‘Emotion drives attention and attention drives learning […] students are on task when they see meaning in what they are doing’ – Dr. David Sousa
This post is the last in a series of four brief vlogs, presenting the renowned educational neuroscientist, Dr. David Sousa. In this video blog, Dr. Sousa discusses how emotion influences attention and how attention affects learning, as well as how challenging it is to learn something when you are not paying attention to it. He … Continue reading ‘Emotion drives attention and attention drives learning […] students are on task when they see meaning in what they are doing’ – Dr. David Sousa
‘When you teach something, the brain asks itself: does this learning make sense? Does it fit in with what I know about the world? Is it relevant to me?’ – Dr. David Sousa
This post is the third in a series of four brief vlogs, presenting the renowned educational neuroscientist, Dr. David Sousa. In this video blog, Dr. Sousa discusses how knowing two languages makes learning a third language simpler. He also says that teachers should be grateful for the creativity of their students because it helps them … Continue reading ‘When you teach something, the brain asks itself: does this learning make sense? Does it fit in with what I know about the world? Is it relevant to me?’ – Dr. David Sousa
‘The human brain is more likely to save learning if it believes it can be useful to it in the future’ – Dr. David Sousa
This post is the second in a series of four brief vlogs, presenting the renowned educational neuroscientist, Dr. David Sousa. Once again, Dr. Sousa provides effective strategies based on the science of teaching and learning for educators and other professionals, including parents, working with children and adolescents. David A. Sousa, EdD, is a reputable international consultant in … Continue reading ‘The human brain is more likely to save learning if it believes it can be useful to it in the future’ – Dr. David Sousa
Tune in to Dr. David Sousa – A Leading International Consultant and Author in Educational Neuroscience
I am delighted to announce that this will be the first in a series of four brief vlogs, presenting the esteemed and distinguished educational neuroscientist, Dr. David Sousa. Listen out! Dr. Sousa provides fruitful and practical advice about scientific-based teaching and learning strategies for all professionals, including parents, working with children and adolescents. David A. Sousa, EdD, … Continue reading Tune in to Dr. David Sousa – A Leading International Consultant and Author in Educational Neuroscience