THE BODYBRAIN PARTNERSHIP - EMOTION AND MOVEMENT
There is an inseparable partnership between the body and the brain. They run parallel and complementary information systems.
The Triune Brain Theory
MacLean suggests that the human brain is composed of three brains: The neomammalian, paleomammalian and the reptilian. The structures of the limbic system act as an emotional switching station in the brain making learning and performance an emotionally driven function.
Most sensory input is filtered through our emotions which direct our attention. This drives learning, problem solving and memory.
Bodybrain Compatible Elements:
Absence of Threat, Movement, Collaboration, Meaningful Content, Choices, Enriched Environment, Adequate Time, Immediate Feedback, Mastery
Historical Perspectives About the Biology of Emotion and Learning
Emotions are the gatekeeper to learning and performance
The Molecules of Emotion
"Emotion drives attention and attention drives learning and memory, problem solving, and just about everything else." - Dr Robert Sylwester
Outward manifestations of inner conversations: gut feeling, I cant explain it, etc.
Movement to Enhance Learning
Higher brain functions have evolved from movement and depend on it.
Movement is critical to every brain function
The brain can only grow if the body is moving, which is completely unlike our school system.
Implement more "being there" experiences rather than worksheets and textbooks