364 (Elementary PE Day) Brain Games Old and New: Enhancing Connections Between Movement and Learning

Thursday, April 3, 2014: 4:45 PM-5:45 PM
Convention Center: 223–226
Physical Education: Professional Preparation/Post-Secondary
Intended Audience: Early Childhood, Elementary
Speakers: Deborah A. Stevens-Smith, Clemson University, Clemson, SC; and Tommasina Bowling, Greenwood Elementary School, Greenwood, SC
The purpose of this presentation is to present information regarding brain research & its link to movement and learning. Topics that will be examined include: how the brain learns, the impact of brain dominance & learning styles on physical activity, male & female brain differences, and why movement is critical to learning. Participants will experience a variety of old and new brain games that can be used in any educational program to enhance learning. (CEU)
Handouts
  • Stevens-Smith Brain Games PPT.ppt (1.5 MB)
  • Stevens-Smith Brain Games .docx (75.3 kB)
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