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Mind Moves course OUTCOMES
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- To acquire a rudimentary knowledge of human physiology and anatomy
- To define the terms: development, learning, dominance, learning styles, primitive reflexes and barriers to learning
- To identify the relationship between intrinsic and extrinsic ‘barriers to learning’.
- To be aware of the boundaries of Mind Moves ®
- To understand the theory and principles underpinning Mind Moves
- To experience the value of theory while doing supervised case studies
- To explore possible reasons of learning and behaviour difficulties
- To identify SOS signals to recognise possible learning and behaviour barriers to learning
- To effectively assess and determine where to start
- To design a tailor made and practical home programme
- To develop a plan of action to monitor, record and support progress
- To form an affiliation with a school and with the Mind Moves Institute.
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Mind Moves Instructor training COURSE CONTENT |
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- What is learning
- What creates barriers to learning (intrinsic and extrinsic)
- From exclusion to inclusion
- Growth versus development
- What is intelligence
- IQ - nature versus nurture
- The role of EQ in learning
- PQ - the physiology of learning
- Learning theory
- What is Mind Moves
- The Triune brain
- Brain development
- Behaviour as an indicator of development
- The primitive reflex system
- The role of primitive and postural reflexes
- The function of each reflex
- SOS signals indicating neurological delays
- Assessment of primitive reflex reactions
- Case studies and report writing.
- Mind Dynamix Profiling and learning styles
- The physiological basis of Mind Dynamix Profiles
- The role of dominance in learning styles
- The left/right brain fallacy
- Assessment of a 3D dominance profile
- Characteristics of the 3 step Mind Dynamix Profiles
- Case studies and report writing.
- Visual (V), auditory(A) and kinaesthetic(K) learning
- The implications of each VAK system
- Assessment of VAK system
- Practical classroom organisation to support each system
- Typical learning and behavioural labels and what it means
- Tactile defensive
- Tactile dormant
- Gravitational insecurity
- Problems with spatial orientation
- Poor rhythm & timing
- Problems establishing laterality
- Problems crossing the midline
- Low muscle tone
- Poor pencil grip and control
- Dyslexia, dyscalculia, dysgraphia, dyspraxia
- ADD & ADHD
- Auditory, Speech & Language delays
- Poor spelling
- Mind Moves and other practical solutions to remove intrinsic barriers to learning
- Managing a parent/teacher interview
- Respectful and responsible feedback
- Mind Moves in the classroom to prepare the brain for improved
- Core development & reduced hyperactivity
- Listening skills
- Visual skills
- Attention and concentration
- Writing and public speaking skills
- Reading and spelling skills
- Creative problem solving
- Science and Maths skills
- Memory and confident test writing skills
- Language skills
- A comprehensive study skills programme for grade 4+
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Study Fitness |
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- Goal setting
- Speed reading
- Paired reading
- Switching on your brain with Mind Moves
- Getting rid of reading errors
- Reading with comprehension
- Learning about me - what makes ME tick and learn
- Drawing on the right brain
- Brain storming
- The key to success - key words and dustbin words
- Imagination & Association Activation
- Listening skills
- Planning skills
- Mind maps
- Question and answer techniques
- Brain fuel - eating for success
- Planning a study area
- Time management
- Memory magic
- Preparing for tests and exams
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- Practical research methodology
- Presentation skills
- Design and develop a staff development presentation.
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Read More about the Mind Moves Presenter - Dr Melodie de Jager |
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| Continue to STEP 2: Read about the PROCESS TO BECOME a licensed Mind Moves Instructor |
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