Force member has provided experience working in schools in several different states and countries. Having seen different educational approaches from different cultures and countries has caused an interest in exploring a more interactive approach to teaching, thus the interest in the Whole Brain Learning approach. While living in Japan, the researcher quickly realized a primary difference in educational environments in that most students are very active in the learning process. There is not as much emphasis placed on the drill and recall as there is in the US. Additionally, working at different public and charter schools in the US has provided insight into the variety of methods found inside the US. The methods that seem to have the most involvement are ones that require student participation. While working on the multi-subject credential at Brandman, the researcher was introduced to the Whole Brain Learning concept which requires student involvement. Importance of the Study Research has shown the value of engaging students in the learning process. Not only does engaging students keep the student's attention and focus on the material being taught, it also motivates them to use critical thinking skills, make connection to prior knowledge, and helps them make meaning of the information being shared (University of Washington, 2013). Whole Brain Learning is said to be effective in engaging all students because it taps into all of the learning styles and helps students make connections and find meaning through a variety of interactive strategies. This study will provide insight into how effective this can be with a diverse classroom and help the researcher determine if this teaching/learning method will also help with behavioral issues as well as comprehension and student's academic success.
Force member has provided experience working in schools in several different states and countries. Having seen different educational approaches from different cultures and countries has caused an interest in exploring a more interactive approach to teaching, thus the interest in the Whole Brain Learning approach. While living in Japan, the researcher quickly realized a primary difference in educational environments in that most students are very active in the learning process. There is not as much emphasis placed on the drill and recall as there is in the US. Additionally, working at different public and charter schools in the US has provided insight into the variety of methods found inside the US. The methods that seem to have the most involvement are ones that require student participation. While working on the multi-subject credential at Brandman, the researcher was introduced to the Whole Brain Learning concept which requires student involvement. Importance of the Study Research has shown the value of engaging students in the learning process. Not only does engaging students keep the student's attention and focus on the material being taught, it also motivates them to use critical thinking skills, make connection to prior knowledge, and helps them make meaning of the information being shared (University of Washington, 2013). Whole Brain Learning is said to be effective in engaging all students because it taps into all of the learning styles and helps students make connections and find meaning through a variety of interactive strategies. This study will provide insight into how effective this can be with a diverse classroom and help the researcher determine if this teaching/learning method will also help with behavioral issues as well as comprehension and student's academic success.