WHAT IS EDU-K?
Educational Kinesiology teaches specific movements of the body that can
improve mind function.
It uses techniques such as repatterning, which is the integration of the
left and right hemispheres of the brain through specific movements; stress
release techniques; and balancing the energy/meridian system of the body.
WHERE DID EDU-K COME FROM?
Edu-K was developed by Dr. Paul E. Dennison, Ph.D., a learning specialist
in the U.S.A. He worked with people who experienced learning difficulties
and sometimes behavioral difficulties as a result of their poor learning
abilities. He developed tools for assisting them to learn more effectively
and therefore to lead more successful lives.
Paul Dennison is President of the Edu-K Foundation and is continuously
expanding the program.
WHAT IS BRAIN GYM®?
One aspect of Edu-K is Brain Gym® .
Brain Gym® exercises are enjoyable movements specially designed to
enhance and ease all learning processes. They are particularly effective
with academic skills.
These include:
1) Crossing the midline.
Vital for reading, writing functions etc.
2) Lengthening activities.
Helps expression of stored learning
eg. speech, test taking, creative writing.
3) Energy exercises.
Facilitates increased flow of energy moving through the body.
Releases stress and fatigue around learning.
HOW DOES EDU-K WORK?
It is possible to explain how Edu-K works by using a simple model of the
brain. The brain is divided into two hemispheres, left and right, joined
together by a large bunch of nerves, collectively called the corpus callosum.
The hemispheres each have special functions attributed to them. To be
operating successfully for learning, communicating and moving etc. we need
both hemispheres to function simultaneously. Edu-K connects the left and
right brain functions through specific movements in a "repatterning" or
"integration" process.
When you are stressed the brain reacts by blocking the simultaneous
transmission of information to both hemispheres - one hemisphere is SWITCHED
OFF.
Edu-K facilitates access to both hemispheres simultaneously - the person
is SWITCHED ON! Edu-K can improve ability in any area because it teaches the
brain to activate all its functions more fully.
WHO BENEFITS FROM EDU-K?
Adults and Children who want to improve:
Reading, spelling, math, comprehension
Self Confidence, Self Esteem
Coordination
Concentration, memory
Overcoming hyperactivity or excessive day dreaming
Communication
Handwriting
Stress release and achievement of goals
Writing
Motivation and personal growth
Organizational skills
Performance skills
Educators who want to change learning blocks into learning pathways
HOW CAN I USE EDU-K?
Edu-K is available to you on three levels:
BRAIN GYM®
Exercises that are very effective for anyone to use in daily life - at
home, in the office, or in the classroom.
IN DEPTH INTEGRATION
One to one consultation that addresses a deeper and complex level of
integration through "repatterning" and other techniques. The changes are
more permanent when Brain Gym® is used to support this work.
WORKSHOPS & TRAININGS
Techniques are taught to parents, teachers, health professionals,
business-persons, performers and other interested people.
HOW EFFECTIVE IS BRAIN GYM® IN EDUCATION?
Brain Gym® was selected in 1991 as one of twelve "exemplary
programs that model excellence in the classroom and have demonstrated
effective results". This endorsement came from the National Learning
Foundation, an organization created in response to the Action Plan of the
White House Task Force on Innovative Learning.
IS EDU-K JUST FOR PROBLEMS IN LEARNING?
Edu-K certainly developed in a learning situation and much of our work is
directed to that area. However, Edu-K is now also used in a much wider arena
which includes stress management related to work, relationships, lack of
confidence and many other personal goals.
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Brain Gym® Instructors are licensed through the Educational Kinesiology
Foundation / Brain Gym® International, which holds the
Brain Gym® trademark. For more information about
Brain Gym®, visit
www.braingym.org.
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