| 744 | Saturday, April 13, 2002 |
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| 7:30 AM-8:30 AM | San Diego Convention Center:Ballroom 6A/B |
| NASPE/National Association for Sport and Physical Education |
| Brain Games: The Connection Between Movement and Learning |
| The purpose of this presentation is to present the current information regarding brain research and it’s link to movement and learning. Topics that will be examined include: how the brain learns and processes information, the impact of brain dominance and learning styles on physical activity, and why movement is critical to learning. The theory behind the connection will be presented along with relevant “brain gym” activities that improve learning in both the classroom and the physical education environment. Several integrated lessons that improve brain functioning will be used to practically present the impact that brain research can have on students when used in appropriate ways. |
Keyword(s): creative movement, early childhood, elementary education
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| Speaker: Deborah Ann Stevens-Smith, Clemson University, Clemson, SC |