Sessions

The Neuroscience of Learning: An Overview Workshop

Through the transdisciplinary lens of Mind, Brain, Health, and Education science (MBHE), this presentation introduces the neuroscience of learning. Situated at the nexus of psychology, cognitive neuroscience, and educational pedagogy, MBHE is ideally suited to address the critical functions related to learning and achievement. This evidence-based, scientific underpinning also makes MBHE far different from neuromyths (Tokuhama-Espinosa, 2018) perpetrated in the popular press. By examining biological, psychological, social, and environmental factors, MBHE truly is a “global perspective.” Since there are also common misconceptions or elements often taken up independently in a silo view, the holistic, transdisciplinary focus of MBHE is truly multifaceted - if not actually multilingual. This interactive workshop aims to provide an overview of how the brain, mind (they are different!), and body interact with the environment to arrive at a deeper understanding of the implications for health, development, and learning. Content including plasticity, mindfulness, affect, and attention will be covered by looking at main ideas and risk and protective factors with principles targeted for all educators, curriculum coordinators, and individuals interested in learning. Participants will explore their own preconceptions and take away hints to apply in their personal and professional lives along with resources to delve into further.