МАТЕРИАЛИ ЗА XX МЕЖДУНАРОДНА НАУЧНА ПРАКТИЧНА КОНФЕРЕНЦИЯ ★ 17 - 25 март, 2023
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Technology. Technology is everywhere, and never before has there been such
broad student access to it. Used wisely, it can very much enhance the learning process.
Used ineffectively, it will function as a distraction, at best.
Computers, tablets, digital cameras, probe ware, video conferencing
technology and GPS devices can positively add to a student’s experience of otherwise
somewhat mundane topics. Students can put technology into action by, for example,
filming school and community activities in order to gain an even better understanding
of them, and creating projects with the footage. They could come up with public service
announcements for local organizations, as well as use software programs to learn more
about certain aspects of a topic. The uses of technology are wide open, and there are
many ways to innovate the learning process there.
Another innovative addition to school curriculum are energy-based modalities
such as energy medicine or “Brain Gym.” While not necessarily a class in itself, its
application can enhance student performance in all of their classes. Brain Gym has
been used in Australian schools and in other parts of the world with great success.
With Brain Gym, students do a series of 26 movements that enhance whole-
brain symmetry (instead of one-hemisphere dominance.) Brain Gym combines
principles from Asian modalities such as qigong and tai chi. Exercises involve
marching in place with alternating arms and legs, rubbing both cheeks or placing two
fingers on the chin while moving their eyes up and down, just to name a few. These
exercises help to promote concentration, better memory and organization, improved
language skills, and can help in many other areas of learning. A daily Brain Gym
program implemented in schools can help students to be less distracted during the day
and more focused on tasks overall.
Innovative methods of teaching can be of great help in aiding high school
students in getting the most out of their education. These are just three ideas for
directions you can go in your quest for innovative learning for your students.
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