Assessment Description
As you have discovered throughout this course, brain-based learning is a comprehensive approach to teaching and learning that can be applied to various fields. Brain-based learning seeks to enhance individuals learning experiences by drawing on the most current brain research and how the brain is best stimulated for learning and performance. It is essential to understand how brain-based learning can be applied in practice.
Using the knowledge and feedback you have gained throughout this course, create an outline for a presentation demonstrating brain-based learning principles that are appropriate for your current or future professional setting (e.g., professional development session, training session, classroom lesson, parent training). You may select a deliverable for your outline that is most appropriate for your setting (e.g., Word document, digital presentation, Trello board, outlining app).
Include the following as part of your outline:
- The reason or purpose of the presentation (e.g., a problem, challenge, or learning opportunity that needs to be addressed), along with the setting and audience.
- Explain how 2-3 brain-based learning principles will be incorporated, and why they are appropriate for the intended audience (e.g., multi-sensory learning, spaced repetition, memory consolidation, real-world relevance).
- A minimum of two strategies for learning that are designed based on concepts related to neuroscience, such as human attention, memory, and motivation. Justify how the strategies are appropriate for your setting and audience.
- The anticipated changes or desired outcomes of your presentation.
- At least one potential challenge of learning that may be encountered within the chosen professional setting, including suggested methods to overcome the challenge using a brain-based principle and/or strategy.
- At least two additional resources that support the intended learning, or that can be shared with the audience for future reference.
Support your work with 2-3 scholarly resources.
While APA Style is not required for the body of this assignment, solid academic writing is expected, and documentation of sources should be presented using APA formatting guidelines, which can be found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center.
This assignment uses a rubric. Review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.
