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Neuro 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.

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 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 to find out more..

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.