How does research into the effects of physical activity on brain function support a regimen of physical activity in the mainstream academic classroom?
Term
2008
Capstone
Thesis
Degree Name
MAEd
Abstract
The research question addressed in this project was how does research into the effects of physical activity on brain function support a regimen of physical activity in the mainstream academic classroom? The motivating factor for this capstone was to help teachers in the academic classroom understand the importance of physical activity and movement in their classroom to have more successful learners and prevent misbehavior due to restlessness from sitting too much. The research in this capstone discusses important technological advances in brain research and a greater understanding of how and which movement affects specific parts of the brain. There is an In-Service plan that will help educate teachers on these topics and help them develop activities they could incorporate in their classrooms that can add physical activity and movement to help their students be better learners.
Recommended Citation
Gagnon, Christine Marie Hodroff, "How does research into the effects of physical activity on brain function support a regimen of physical activity in the mainstream academic classroom?" (2008). School of Education and Leadership Student Capstone Theses and Dissertations. 2122.
https://digitalcommons.hamline.edu/hse_all/2122