EdSurge Podcast What Brain Science Says About How to Better Teach Teenagers
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May 21, 2024 Ellen Galinsky, an author who studied brain science in adolescents, emphasizes the importance of viewing teens positively. She discusses integrating executive function skills into education, challenging stereotypes, and promoting engagement and reflective teaching for enhanced learning experiences. Galinsky also explores over-parenting, autonomy support, and the complexity of teenage development.
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Adolescence: A Time of Exploration
- Adolescence, a period of exploration and brain rewiring, is crucial for navigating the world beyond family.
- Teenagers react strongly to experiences to discern safety, trust, belonging, and identity.
Adolescence: A Sensitive Period
- Adolescence, like early childhood, is a sensitive period of brain development where environmental influences are significant.
- Executive function skills develop during this time, influencing a person's life trajectory.
Executive Function Skills: Beyond Compliance
- Executive function skills, crucial for setting goals and understanding social landscapes, are often misconstrued as mere compliance.
- These brain-based skills encompass communication, collaboration, problem-solving, and challenge acceptance.