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Part A: Neuroscience and Teaching
A great introduction to neuroscience for those with little background in the field. Audience: Teachers, pre-service teachers, administrators. Approx. time: 2 -2 1/2 hours. Can be given alone, or as a background to Part B, as a full day workshop. Click on title for precis.
What is neuroscience and what does it tell us about brain function and behaviour? Brain-based educational claims will be critically examined in light of neuroscientific research. This workshop will examine what neuroscientific research tells us about brain function and behaviour and how can we apply it to teaching. Designed for both elementary and secondary teachers, administrators.