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Module 1 – Introduction to Neuropedagogy

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

  1. To explain what Neuropedagogy is and distinguish it from other Neurosciences, such as behavioural neuroscience, developmental neuroscience, cognitive neuroscience, developmental cognitive neuroscience
  2. To explain how the brain works and learns, and understand and value the importance of this knowledge for the teaching practice.
  3. To explain the guidelines for planning and adjusting teaching methods based on the factors that lead to better learning, as identified when learning about how the brain works and how it processes learning.

EXPECTED LEARNING OUTCOMES

Knowledge:
  • Define neuropedagogy and associated concepts.
  • Distinguish neuropedagogy from other neurosciences.
  • List the parts of the brain and describe how they work.
  • Describe how you learn through the functioning of the brain.
  • Defend the usefulness of neuropedagogy in teaching performance.
  • Outline the general principles of application of neuropedagogy in the classroom.