3. Neuromyths in Education

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Next, you will watch a video, prepared by experts, which will help you deepen your understanding of the key concepts.

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Neuro myths in education

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Left Hemisphere of the Brain

Use of the Human Brain

Right Hemisphere of the Brain

TIPS AND RECOMMENDATIONS

Develop epistemic vigilance

Regularly remind about brain plasticity

Support effort rather than performance

Encourage peer exchange times

Vary pedagogical approaches

ONLINE RESOURCES

"Neuromyths in Education: Prevalence and Predictors of Misconceptions among Teachers"

"The Truth About Neuromyths in Education (New Research)" - Jared Cooney Horvath

”Neuromyths: Debunking False Ideas About The Brain” - Tracey Tokuhama - Espinosa

"Module 2 - Neuromyths in Education" - University of PATRAS

"When the Myth is the Message: Neuromyths and Education" - DANA

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"The Truth About Neuromyths in Education (New Research)" - Jared Cooney Horvath

This video presents the latest research on neuromyths in education, providing clear information to help teachers separate facts from misconceptions about the brain and learning.

”Neuromyths: Debunking False Ideas About The Brain” - Tracey Tokuhama-Espinosa

This book explores and debunks misconceptions about the brain that negatively influence educational practices. It is a valuable resource for teachers seeking to align their methods with solid scientific foundations.

Develop epistemic vigilance

Before adopting a new "neuroscientific" method, question its source:  – Who produced it? – Is it based on solid, validated, and reproduced research?   Beware of miracle formulas and simplistic promises like "reactivate your brain in 3 minutes".

Support effort rather than performance

Value errors, attempts, and strategies rather than just results. This promotes a growth mindset in your students and avoids pitfalls related to limiting beliefs like "I’m not cut out for this."

Vary the pedagogical approaches

Instead of adapting your teaching to a supposed "learning style," diversify your activities in each class: – visual, – auditory, – practical, – cooperative. This stimulates multiple cognitive networks and suits all profiles.

Right hemisphere of the brain

The right hemisphere of the brain is often described as the one of holistic, intuitive, and creative thinking.

"Module 2 - Neuromyths in Education" - University of PATRAS

This module provides an in-depth analysis of common neuromyths in education, with teaching resources to help teachers recognize and avoid these misconceptions in their professional practice.

Regularly remind the plasticity of the brain

Tell students that their abilities are not fixed, but that they develop with effort, repetition, and time. A belief in the malleability of the brain improves motivation and perseverance.

"Neuromyths in Education: Prevalence and Predictors of Misconceptions among Teachers"

This study examines the prevalence of neuromyths among teachers in the United Kingdom and the Netherlands, identifying factors contributing to these misconceptions. It offers insights for improving teacher training in neuroscience.

Encourage peer exchange times

Organize meetings to share:  – effective practices,– misconceptions to debunk, – reliable resources.   Collaborative work helps strengthen a critical professional culture around neuroscience.

"When the Myth is the Message: Neuromyths and Education" - DANA

This article explores the most common neuromyths in the educational community, explaining their scientific origins and the reality surrounding them, to help educators base their methods on solid evidence.

Use of the human brain

Modern neuroscience shows that we practically use all parts of our brain, even if not all at the same time. We use the entire brain, but in a distributed manner depending on the tasks. There is no "dormant reserve" magic, but it is possible to stimulate, train, and strengthen our brain functions (through learning, physical exercise, meditation, etc.).

• 100% of the brain is useful: each area has a specific function (motor skills, language, memory, emotions, etc.).

• Even during sleep, the brain remains very active (information processing, memory, regulation of bodily functions…).

• Brain imaging techniques (MRI, PET scan) show that almost all areas of the brain activate during various tasks.

Left Hemisphere of the Brain

The left hemisphere is often associated with logical, analytical, and linguistic abilities.