The brain is perhaps one of the most complex parts of the human body. It is interesting to see how it works and how it assists humans in the learning process. Learning, when viewed in relation to the brain can be defined as the changing structure and actions of neurons so they are allowed to hold information in long term memory in the temporal and parietal lobes of the cortex. Learning requires neurons to change. In order for learning to take place, it requires many neuron changes. There are two major changes which include: (1) Changing the amounts of neurotransmitters that produce neurons and (2) Changing the connections between neurons. Learning also requires neurons to make more, less and different transmitters. Learning also requires neurons to make new links and delete existing links to other neurons. As we can see, the learning process is much more complex than we can imagine. Understanding the brain and how the learning process takes place is important. It's important for teachers to understand the development of the brain and how the learning process begins at the brain. How many of you thought that the brain played such a vital role in the learning process and what have you done to help youselves learn the brain's functions in how it relates to learning?
You are absolutely right regarding the amazement I found to be true reading this chapter in how the brain and the transmission of thoughts in the brain affect learning. Messages flying across the synaptic gaps – leading to memorization and learning are important. Recognizing these things as educators is also important. Memory games and tactical applications help increase the neurotransmission of brain functions and increase our learning ability. What I find most interesting is that we never stop learning. The saying is you can’t teach old dogs new tricks, but in this chapter we learn that is not necessarily the case.
ReplyDeleteAs a teacher I think it is super important to be mind readers. I just wish there was a class we could take to perfect that talent. Not only are we trying to determine the best method of learning for each student but then we also have to take in account for the emotional side. No one ever said teaching was easy. But without the brain we don't have learning and without learning we don't have teachers.
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