Date of Award
12-2009
Document Type
Thesis
Degree Name
Master of Education (MEd)
Department
Graduate Education
First Advisor
Pat Kornelis
Abstract
Educational practices are improved because of brain research. Cognitive and behavior sciences have provided important concepts for educational practice. Within recent decades, neuroscience has also contributed to the field of brain research, thus enhancing our understanding oflearning. Three main concepts from neuroscience are explored: synaptogenesis, critical periods, and enriched environments. When the entire body of knowledge from all disciplines of brain research is viewed together, then fmdings can be applied to educational practices.
Recommended Citation
Ihnen, Lisa J., "lmproving Education Through Brain Research" (2009). Master of Education Program Theses. 64.
https://digitalcollections.dordt.edu/med_theses/64
Included in
Behavioral Neurobiology Commons, Cognitive Neuroscience Commons, Educational Methods Commons
Comments
Action Research Report Submitted in Partial Fulfillment of the Requirements for the Degree of Master of Education