Think About It: Learning Changes the Brain

Edith Campbell

Education Librarian

Indiana State University

Getting started: stimulate the brain

"Learning is a physical process that uses growth connectors that change the brain by creating new

brain cell connections."

Can you think of other ways to engage any of the 5 senses at the beginning of class? tweet response: #B&Cbrain

Memory is the only evidence of learning.

Outlining: Initiates procedural and visual memory in the brain

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Many college freshman believe Authorities have all the answers. They have difficulty accepting the need for alternative search strategies and need help with focusing on their research and even identifying a topic. They can identify types of research but will not know when to use them. They will struggle to evaluate information because each authoritative source will seem acceptable.

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