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Brain Based Learning Theory

Brain Based Learning Theory. “The brain is only as healthy as the body that carries it” (Jean Blaydes -Madigan). Exercise and Physical Activity . We’ve known for a long time that exercise has many benefits….

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Brain Based Learning Theory

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  1. Brain Based Learning Theory “The brain is only as healthy as the body that carries it” (Jean Blaydes-Madigan)

  2. Exercise and Physical Activity We’ve known for a long time that exercise has many benefits…. It helps control heart disease, hypertension, obesity,Type 2 diabetes, depression and helps reduce and manage stress and anxiety

  3. GOOD NEWS This is all good news for people’s health… But for you right now with the exception of reducing and managing stress, these things are probably not top of your agenda. Your in GRADE 12!!!!!!!!

  4. So what’s the point of all this… The Very Latest Research What scientists and researchers have been discovering is that exercise has a very powerful effect on the brain.

  5. What Effects? Movement prepares the brain for optimal learning. Blood traveling to the bodybrain at greater rates feeds the brain the needed nutrients of oxygen and glucose. Each time you ‘think’ you use up a little glucose. Brain activity is measured by glucose utilization. A lack of oxygen to the brain results in disorientation, confusion, fatigue, sluggishness, concentration and memory problems

  6. In Simple Terms More oxygen and glucose available and utilized in the brain = better concentration and memory Got to be good news when doing exams?

  7. More Science Research by Kinoshita, (1997) found that exercise triggers the release of BDNF (Brain Derived Neurotrophic Factor) in the hippocampus part of the brain. This is the centre of learning and memory In the brain BDNF enables one neuron to communicate to another.Neurogenesis.

  8. Why is this important? The generation of BDNF combines with serotonin which promotes synaptic plasticity - generally considered the basis of learning and memory.

  9. What does this all mean for you? Most Compelling Research Well according to the most recent of research, students who are physically fit are more likely to do well on standardized tests. But the big one is this…Those that exercise for 40 minutes in the aerobic target zone were found to have better BDNF function for up to 16 hours after (Hillman et al, 2005). Imagine if you were to go for a run on the morning of an exam…

  10. Further supporting research… Caterino and Polak (1999) found that mental focus and physical activity improve significantly after engaging in physical activity. Brink (1995) found that aerobic conditioning assists memory. Michund and Wild (1991) concluded that students who engaged in vigourous physical activity improved short term memory and creativity.

  11. Your Choice So during your exams and this final year you are going to feel bogged down, stressed, tired and fed up…so the purpose of this talk is…. Why not build into youryear some aerobic exercise. As well as the benefits to memory and concentration, exercise releases Beta Endorphin, a natural chemical found to have stress relieving and comforting effects . Research also suggests (Kinoshita , 1997) that students that sit for longer than 20 minutes experience a decrease in the flow of BDNF. So when revising bear this in mind, go for a little walk, cycle or run. During your exam, do some kind of movement (obviously don’t stand up and walk out of the room) with your shoulders, neck arms just to get your blood flowing again… Good Luck with Grade 12

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