One student's thoughts on educational neuroscience and the effects of the current local educational approaches on students in higher education. From the point of view of neurobiology, learning involves changing the brain. The most effective form of learning takes place when the brain is able to respond to stimuli to create new neurons and thus … Continue reading A University Student Speaks Up!
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‘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