Brain Gym® Teacher Practicum
Nerve networks are formed through movement and touch. Reading a book requires subtle eye muscle movement just like kicking a ball requires large motor movements. Explore the physical skills of learning by experiencing Brain Gym processes and exercises. Be amazed at the difference intentional movement makes in one’s ability to focus, remain centered and think rationally. (2 hours)
KCF II.D: Promoting Physical Development
CDA II: Steps to advance children’s physical and intellectual development
At the end of this training, participants will be able to:
Justify
How learning occurs via the Dynamic Brain model via the sensory system, to emotional system and then up into the the thinking brain.
Explore
Specific physical movements and interpret their effects on learning.
I appreciate movement more and how it effects learning and reading.
Cindy’s relaxed talk keeps my attention and reminds me to help slow down kids. This would benefit parents!
International Faculty Cindy Goldade brings a playful, yet balanced, whole brain approach to her teaching. As an interactive adult educator and homeschooling mother, Cindy lives and breathes this work every day. She brings a lot of online teaching experience to this course.
