When most people consider the concept of
brain training to improve learning, they tend to think of those online game programs
or puzzles that are purported to give the brain a "workout"
by practicing memory and problem-solving skills to sharpen the mind. Others
consider more advanced techniques aimed at optimizing brainwave activity
through neurofeedback or stimulation therapies. Although the games can
be fun, there is little research to support their true efficacy in training
the brain for improved success in learning. And the advanced technologies
can prove costly. I'm definitely following the medical literature
on the use of computer, smartphone and other technologies to train the
brain, even contributing to the general fund of knowledge on this topic
through research. But the reality is that you really don't
need expensive subscriptions and programs to help you or your child train the
brain for better classroom success and improved learning. In fact, nailing
just four habits can help significantly improve performance over time.
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