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Brain Power Conference: The Start of Something Great!
May 8, 2012
The Brain Power Conference is over - but the energy and commitment has just begun. We took a few days to recover from the whirlwind of keynote presentations and workshops....and although sometimes after a big event you move right on to the next thing, in this case we find ourselves energized by the e-mails, comments and feedback. The Brain Power Conference seemed to have touched the right notes (pardon the music reference!) with many in the audience. It seemed as if the idea that neuroscience could inform a new generation of experiences and curricula for kids isn't so far-fetched after all! Who knew that words like neuroplasticity, executive function, and fMRI might become part of the conversation in the teacher's lounge or at the … Read More...
Brain World Magazine: The Magic of Neuroeducation
April 29, 2012
Brain World Magazine had an unexpected and delightful post previewing the Brain Power Conference this week - and it's worth a read, especially if you're planning to attend. We have such a jam-packed schedule of keynote presentations and workshops - and to be honest, it can be hard to summarize what to expect! Should parents expect a lot of science? Will they leave the conference with practical tips and insight? Brain World assures us that there's something for everyone and they even quoted me better than I can quote myself! Have a read, and check out the full article. The Brain Power Conference in Toronto was put together by a cross-disciplinary group of teachers, neuroscientists, psychologists and parents. Thompson believes that … Read More...
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