Course Content and Presenter
     
1. Mind Moves course OUTCOMES
 
 

  • 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.
2. Mind Moves Instructor training COURSE CONTENT  
 

  1. What is learning
    • What creates barriers to learning (intrinsic and extrinsic)
    • From exclusion to inclusion
    • Growth versus development
  2. What is intelligence
    • IQ - nature versus nurture
    • The role of EQ in learning
    • PQ - the physiology of learning
  3. Learning theory
  4. What is Mind Moves
  5. The Triune brain
    • Brain development 
    • Behaviour as an indicator of development
  6. 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.
  7. 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.
  8. 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
  9. 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
  10. Mind Moves and other practical solutions to remove intrinsic barriers to learning
  11. Managing a parent/teacher interview
  12. Respectful and responsible feedback
  13. 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
  14.  A comprehensive study skills programme for grade 4+
   
  Study Fitness    
 

  • 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
   
 
  1. Practical research methodology
  2. Presentation skills
  3. Design and develop a staff development presentation.
   
       
  Read More about the Mind Moves Presenter - Dr Melodie de Jager  
     
Continue to STEP 2: Read about the PROCESS TO BECOME a licensed Mind Moves Instructor
 
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