Brain Fitness for Success at the College Board Forum 2009
http://www.collegeboard.com/events/forum/2009/homepage/index.html
Forum 2009: Education and the American Future
New York City October 21-23, 2009
While students would like relevant content, they often view the classic high school math curriculum (algebra, geometry, trigonometry) as the least applicable topics of their courses. However, quantitative reasoning can improve metacognition (thinking about thinking) and is an excellent way to boost knowledge and skills. Participants will discuss the concept of brain fitness, with special attention to how math can enhance critical thinking, problem solving and confidence. Participants will develop strategies and identify opportunities to implement the brain fitness perspective to foster student commitment and to improve their college access and success.
Speaker(s): Robin Schwartz, Adjunct Professor, College of Mount Saint Vincent; Founder, Math Confidence, New York
2 comments:
This is an excellent idea. The foundations of logic apply to all academic subjects.
Anyone interested in this kind of approach to learning should also know about brain plasticity. By using specific training techniques we can stimulate the growth of new neurons, and put these new brain cells to use in improving our thinking skills.
A study last year showed how powerful this approach can be: Improving Fluid Intelligence by Training Working Memory (PNAS April 2008) recorded increases in mental agility (fluid intelligence) of more than 40% after 19 days of focused brain training. Mind Sparke's brain training program uses the same training method.
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Thank you Martin for the nice comments and the info. Do you have info on learning disabled kids and brain training?
Many Thanks,
Robin
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