Marie Alcock - The Brain and Learning

Marie Alcock discusses her teaching experience and the evolution of learning needs due to brain development. She highlights the differences in learning between generations, focusing on the auditory and visual systems. Alcock emphasizes the need for sound-based learning strategies to address current educational challenges, particularly for students with underdeveloped sound systems.

What did Marie Alcock realize about her initial preparedness for teaching?

• She was overqualified for the job.

• She needed to learn more about brain research.

• She was fully prepared for the classroom.

• She found teaching to be easy.

How did Marie's mother's learning needs differ from her son's?

• Her mother needed a visual curriculum.

• Her son needed a visual curriculum.

• Her mother needed a sound-based curriculum.

• Both needed the same type of curriculum.

What is a significant difference in brain development between past and present generations?

• The Broca's area is more developed now.

• The brain has not changed significantly.

• The visual cortex is more dominant now.

• The auditory system is more developed now.

What is a common issue faced by high school students today regarding language sounds?

• They are fluent in only 36 out of 44 sounds.

• They struggle with visual learning.

• They are fluent in all 44 sounds.

• They have no issues with language sounds.

What does Marie suggest as a helpful step for students with incomplete sound systems?

• Ignoring the issue.

• Overtly teaching the sound system.

• Focusing solely on visual learning.

• Increasing screen time.

Who is Trish Martin and what is her contribution?

• A colleague who focuses on visual learning.

• A researcher in physical education.

• A colleague who developed a sound-based curriculum.

• A teacher who specializes in mathematics.

What approach does Marie consider for her son's comprehension development?

• Relying solely on reading more.

• Using the visual cortex for comprehension.

• Ignoring comprehension issues.

• Focusing on mathematics.