Introduction. The Role of Learning Theories
Neuroscience, brain-based learning, and multiple intelligence all play an essential role in learning. Neuroscience provides an understanding of how the brain functions and processes information. Brain-based learning focuses on adaptable teaching strategies that consider individual learning styles and needs, helping to create more effective learning environments. Multiple intelligence theory allows for personalizing the learning experience by identifying each individual’s strengths and weaknesses. Research continues to explore the role of neuroscience, brain-based learning, and multiple intelligence in education and provide new insights into how one can best support learning.
Neuroscience of Learning
Neuroscience allows a better understanding of why some people struggle in specific learning environments. As could be understood from the depicted in the picture, brain scientists are actively exploring the learning process. As such, recent research has indicated that adults can benefit from learning multiple skills. Cognitive control increases, memory span widens, problem-solving improves, motor control refines, attention strengthens, and neural networks expand. Long-term mental effects from a real-world multi-skill learning intervention in older adults have been seen up to one year following the intervention compared to baseline assessments. Thus, intense learning experiences may lead to considerable cognitive growth in older adulthood.
Applications to Teaching and Learning
It is essential to consider the findings of neuroscience when designing teaching and learning strategies for adults. Teachers should integrate neuroscience into their curricula, create individualized learning plans, as well as evaluate and adjust to different learning preferences. In addition, it is essential to execute multi-skill learning interventions, create efficient learning settings, and keep an eye on changes in cognitive capacities. By following these strategies, educators can create more meaningful learning experiences that support the development of adults.
Brain-based Learning
Furthermore, brain-based learning is a relatively new field of study that examines the biology of learning. It supports adult learning theory by emphasizing the importance of autonomy, experiences, and readiness. Some of the practices employed by this approach are depicted in the graphic. It focuses on guiding the learner to problem-solve and emphasizes intrinsic motivation to learn. It is relevancy orientated, providing learners with the reasons they need to learn and the benefits it will provide. Finally, it requires a respectful learning environment, both with regard to the learners and to others.
Practical Applications of Brain-Based Learning
Nursing educators should strive to incorporate brain-based learning into their teaching practices in order to provide students with an engaging and holistic learning experience. This includes enhancing student engagement through tailored instruction and active learning, as well as promoting metacognitive skills, interdisciplinary teaching, and self-regulated learning. The steps of implementing the brain-based approach are depicted in the graphic. By doing so, students will be able to develop and apply the skills necessary to become successful in the nursing field.
The theory of multiple intelligences
The other finding is that the theory of multiple intelligences introduced by Gardner provides an excellent opportunity for adult learners, especially in nursing. Multiple intelligent teaching approaches may increase students’ excitement for studying and strengthen their independent learning capacity, collaboration and communication skills, knowledge understanding, and observation. As the graphic shows, multiple of these benefits were found to be needed and recognized by adult students. In addition, such teaching methods can be used to make full use of the richness of multimedia teaching, eliminate many disadvantages, and improve the overall quality of nursing students. Therefore, using multiple intelligent teaching methods in basic nursing can greatly help adult learners.
Multiple intelligences in nursing education
Nursing educators can use the research findings on multiple intelligences to inform their teaching and learning. Not only can understanding different types of intelligence help to develop a curriculum that caters to multiple intelligences, but it can also be used to assess learning styles in order to identify the strengths and weaknesses of their students. Additionally, this knowledge can be used to create an environment in which students are more encouraged to explore their own interests and talents and to develop their individual capabilities.
Conclusion
Finally, neuroscience, brain-based learning, and multiple intelligences are significant learning components. Neuroscience is the study of the brain and how it processes information. Brain-based learning emphasizes flexible teaching tactics that consider individual learning styles and demands. By recognizing each individual’s strengths and shortcomings, multiple intelligence theory allows for the personalization of the learning process. These findings must be considered when developing teaching and learning techniques for adults since they can lead to more meaningful learning experiences that promote adult development.
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