Print VersionNeuro Education Initiative
The School of Education’s Neuro-Education Initiative furthers the understanding of how research findings from the cognitive and neurosciences has the potential to inform teaching and learning through research, collaboration, and advocacy. See recent article by Dr. Mariale Hardiman and Dr. Martha Denkla.
In partnership with the School of Medicine, Kennedy-Krieger Institute, and the Brain Science Institute, this Initiative fosters dialog among educators and brain science researchers to develop joint research projects and magnifies the potential for current findings to enrich educational practice.
" Linking brain research to education is extremely valuable to our understanding of student development and learning," said Mariale Hardiman, co-director of the Initiative. Assistant Dean and Chair of the Department of Interdisciplinary Studies, Dr. Hardiman is former teacher and school principal. Her publications include Connecting Brain-Research with Effective Teaching: Brain Targeted Teaching Model.
Susan Magsamen is the Initiative's co-director. She is a noted author on family health and education topics, founder of Family Stories, and chair of the editorial board for Wondertime magazine.
Learning, Arts, and the Brain Summit on May 5, 2010
The second annual summit will explore the topic Attention and Engagement in Learning, on May 5, 2010, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, at the American Visionary Art Museum in Baltimore, Maryland. Click here to register.
In conjunction with the summit, AVAM is hosting a free panel for educators and teachers on May 4, 2010. Click here for more information on Thinking Outrageous.
Learning, Arts, and the Brain Summit on May 6, 2009
On May 6, 2009, Johns Hopkins University sponsored a summit and roundtable discussion on Learning, Arts and the Brain. The Summit explored how the arts enhance learning outcomes and contribute to cognitive and social development in children. Click here for summit report.
Mind, Brain and Teaching Certificate
This 15-credit graduate certificate is designed for PK-12 teachers, administrators, and student support personnel who seek to explore how neuroscience research informs educational practice. Find out more.
