“To optimise student learning outcomes, teachers should know how memories are formed and sustained. ALL learning is based on memory!”
Choice of introductory topics
- Introduction to Neuroscience, teaching and learning
- Classroom environments and student attention
- Memory, motivation, mindset, emotion and learning
- Executive function and classroom habits, behaviours and procedures
- Choosing teaching strategies aligned to memory formation
- Neuroscience and links to feedback and assessment
- Teaching students how their brains learn?
- Developing a school-based neuroscience friendly learning strategy.
Testimonials
"The presentation by Ken Swan to the 160 plus teaching and support staff was an excellent catalyst for the implementation of the Pedagogical Framework as staff were able to see the connectedness of the science to the classroom practices we were looking to implement.
Whilst we were confident that the new Pedagogical Model was an excellent initiative, we believe the neuroscience further reinforced and validated this for all the staff."
Llew Paulger | Executive Principal, Kelvin Grove State College
"With recent advances in neuroscience; ongoing research into teaching methods have helped usher in a new era of brain-based education.
Kelvin Grove State College undertook the services of Ken Swan to help both staff and parents explore neuroscience and generate discussion around our current teaching practices. Kelvin Grove Junior School, with Ken’s support, has focused on the latest research of working memory and executive functioning.
This has given teachers the opportunity to delve into the process of learning to help ensure children have the skills necessary to learn rapidly and efficiently.
Ken is a passionate educator who is both engaging and funny. Our staff have enjoyed the experience working with Ken who has along the way positively challenged our thinking in getting the best out of all our students."
Damien Greig | Principal KGSC Junior School