Storytelling is another way to engage emotions. This process creates a memory link from one concept to a precise physiological state for future access. His research is making its way into the classroom. During the first minutes of my writing classes at Schreiner, I often play various kinds of background music while students are writing in a journal. We discuss the connection between the music and their writing.
Students become aware that they can access their ideas more easily with certain types of music.
I haven't tried Mozart yet, but I will. When introducing any new topic, make sure to offer a visual, auditory, and kinesthetic preview of the subject matter. Have learners share maps with each other and revise or add to them. Learning needs activation. Get students moving every 15 to 17 minutes to increase circulation and concentration.