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13. Educational Neuroscience: Research-Led Teaching Approaches Course - Central Queensland University

Introduction
Program Outcome
About the School

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Educational Neuroscience: Research-Led Teaching Approaches Course - Central Queensland University

Online, Australia

DEGREE TYPE

Course

DURATION

8 weeks

LANGUAGES

English

PACE

Part time

STUDY FORMAT

Distance Learning

Key Summary

About: This ExpertTrack from Central Queensland University introduces educational neuroscience and evidence-based classroom practice. You’ll study the human brain—central nervous system, limbic system—and neuroplasticity, plus memory formation, social-emotional learning, stress effects, and common neuromyths. It covers Dr Louis Cozolino’s research, lesson design for brain-based teaching, and neuroleadership. Study 100% online; start with a free 7-day trial and continue for $39 per month, complete assessments, and earn digital certificates.

Career Outcomes:

Career opportunities: roles in teaching, instructional design, curriculum development, learning and development, school leadership, and educational consultancy using skills in neuroplasticity, brain-based teaching, memory and learning, student engagement, and neuroleadership.

Discover the new field of educational neuroscience. Study evidence-based research on the application of neuroscience in learning.

Discover educational neuroscience and its impact on 21st-century education

Learn about the importance of neuroscience in education

This teaching ExpertTrack introduces you to the basics of neuroscience in learning. You’ll study our uniquely human brain - looking at the central nervous system, the limbic system and the concept of neuroplasticity – and discover what it means for memory and learning in the brain.

Identify the most common neuromyths in education

When it comes to educational neuroscience, it can be hard to separate fact from fiction.

You’ll identify some of the most widely accepted neuromyths within the teaching community. By debunking many false ideas about the brain and learning, you can apply your learnings from this course with confidence.

Improve your understanding of learning and memory formation

Discover the role of social-emotional learning in the classroom and the link between stress and memory. We’ll look at the application of neuroscience in educational theory, focusing on research by Dr Louis Cozolino concerning the evolution of the social brain and ‘Nine things educators need to know about the brain’, you’ll have a better understanding of brain-based learning within different contexts.

Discover how to maximise students’ learning in the classroom as we examine leading-edge research into neuroplasticity

Become a more effective educator with contemporary insights into the brain which will help you develop optimal learning experiences and neuroplasticity activities in the classroom that you can use right away.

Find out how to design lesson plans that improve learning capacity and memory, using the latest research-based teaching strategies emerging from educational neuroscience.

You’ll also look at the practical application of neuroscience research in education and leadership to create optimal learning environments.

Develop your leadership skills as an educator by studying the field of neuro-leadership

21stcentury learning is changing at a rapid pace due to increasing evidence-based research into educational neuroscience (brain science). As educators, we need to capitalise on these new opportunities.

This ExpertTrack teaches you how to apply neuroscience in leadership to create trusting team environments and build a culture of feedback.

Key skills you will learn

Neuroplasticity
Neuroscience
Neuroleadership
Memory and learning
Neuroscience in leadership
Brain-based teaching
Teaching
Research-based teaching
Education
Student engagement
Engagement

ExpertTrack course overview

Orientation to Educational Neuroscience
Education is being enhanced and changed by evidence-based findings, find out how to capitalise on these new opportunities.
Learning and Memory: Understandings from Educational Neuroscience
Become a truly impactful educator by exploring the science of memory formation and its impact on learning.
Neuroplasticians and Neuromyths
Explore the latest strategies emerging from Educational Neuroscience for educators to consider.
Neuroleadership and Conceptual Approaches in Educational Neuroscience
Explore practical application of neuroscience research in education and leadership.

How ExpertTracks work

Join an ExpertTrack to master new skills in your chosen specialist area. Work through a series of topic-focused courses at your own pace, and pass the final assessment to earn a digital certificate award that proves your expertise.

Join a free 7-day trial Decide if the ExpertTrack is right for you with free access to the full suite of courses and assessments for a week.	Keep learning for $39/month Pay a monthly subscription fee of $39 for as long as it takes you to complete the ExpertTrack. You can learn at your own pace and cancel at any time.	Earn digital certificates Receive a certificate for every completed course and pass the final assessment to earn a digital certificate that you can share with your professional network.	Become an expert Use your specialist training to progress further in your career or build expertise in areas you’re passionate about.

Who will you learn with?

Monique White

Kate Ames

World-class learning with

Central Queensland University

CQUniversity is Australia’s leading regional university.

Start learning today - free 7-day trial

After your free trial you can:

Pay $39 per month to keep learning online
Have complete control over your subscription; you can cancel any time
Work at your own pace and set your own deadlines at every stage
Only pay while you’re learning; the subscription will cancel automatically when you finish
Complete online assessments to test your knowledge and prove your skills
Earn digital course certificates and a final award that you can share online, with potential employers, and your professional network
Keep access to the content of courses you complete even after your subscription ends

Learning outcomes

By the end of the ExpertTrack, you’ll be able to:

Explore important understandings and concepts about the brain.
Demonstrate knowledge of introductory educational neuroscience findings.
Reflect on the significance of compromised learning environments on the social brain and the implication for learning and memory.
Explore processes involved in memory formation, consolidation and retrieval.
Reflect on neuroscientific research concerning memory formation and its application in a range of educational contexts.
Demonstrate knowledge of neuroscientific concepts about learning and memory.
Explore the contemporary research of world-renowned authors in the Psychology Education Neuroscience (PEN) disciplines.
Reflect on the impact that can be made to our neuroplastic brain with learning experiences.
Explore conceptual approaches in educational neuroscience and neuro-leadership.

Experience required

This intermediate ExpertTrack is designed for those working within education who have an interest in educational neuroscience. Learners are typically classroom teachers, education assistants, learning designers and academics. However, it’s also suitable for those moving into teaching and/or training to become an educator.

While there are no academic prerequisites for this ExpertTrack, you’ll need to have a basic level of teaching and learning experience. We also recommend that you have some existing experience in planning and delivering lessons in-person and/or online.

Getting started

Do you want to feel empowered to bring cutting edge research and teaching techniques into any learning environment? This ExpertTrack will give you the knowledge and skills you need to make an impact in the lives of the learners around you.

Whatever your career path, you’ll benefit from developing your understanding of neuroscience in education and how it impacts learning, memory and leadership.

This ExpertTrack will equip you with hugely valuable skills whether you already have some teaching experience, are a student of education, or are involved in education or learning in any way.