This is a great question, and the full answer would fill several books. But here we go – an attempt to distil the very basics of what we know about the brain, memory and learning to a few key messages.
Month: December 2020
How to teach your child about brain plasticity.
(6 min read) Or listen to the guide for children on this podcast: Research evidence shows that if you only make one change to the way you interact with your children and their learning, make it to teach them about brain plasticity. I really cannot stress this enough. It is the neuroscientific support for Carol… Continue reading How to teach your child about brain plasticity.
How do I help my child deal with stress?
(9 min read) When our early hominid ancestors evolved, the stress response dealt brilliantly with situations related to survival – the fact that we’re here today is testament to that. Seeing a snake slowly slide over your toddler’s leg whilst they’re sleeping is something our stone-age ancestors were unlikely to forget; and therefore learned to… Continue reading How do I help my child deal with stress?
How do I keep my own brain fit? Plasticity in Adulthood
(12 min read) First, are adult brains plastic? Can you teach an old dog new tricks? It used to be widely believed that we were born with all the brain cells we would ever have, that brain plasticity only occurred in children, and that if we didn’t therefore cram in all the learning we needed… Continue reading How do I keep my own brain fit? Plasticity in Adulthood
What will my child’s future be like?
(9 min read) The 4th industrial revolution. Futurologists say we’re at the beginning the fourth industrial revolution. This one is driven by technology. Like steam engines were to transport, and apps are to banking, automation, artificial intelligence, connectivity and robotics are to now: life as we know it is changing rapidly. We’re living longer, working… Continue reading What will my child’s future be like?