Here comes Topic 2: Attention, Reward and Motivation

This fortnight we have 5 scientists available to talk to about the facts behind the headlines on Topic 2: Attention, Reward and Motivation.

  • Speak to Emma about how rewards could help children learn to regulate their behaviour.
  • Ask Gaia why some young children experience attentional difficulties, and how this might impact on learning.
  • Talk to Mike about how cognitive control differs in teenagers compared to adults.
  • Quiz Matt about the brain circuits involved in attention, reward, and motivation.
  • Chat with Geneviève about how cognitive control can help low ability students to succeed.

Live Chat

Log in to join the live chats with neuroscientists and psychologists about how young people learn:

  • Tuesday 23rd January, 8pm-9pm
  • Thursday 1st February, 4pm-5pm

Get the dates in your diary now, we’ll remind you before each chat.

ASK Questions

Post questions to the scientists at any time over the next fortnight using ASK.

For example: “What does research say about pupils fiddling whilst  learning. For instance clicking pens, tapping tables… there a positive effect on their learning… is there a negative effect of their peers?”

It’s not all about teachers asking questions…

Take advantage of the chance to tell researchers what you need in order to develop your teaching and learning practice.

Don’t keep it all to yourself!

Please spread the word and invite colleagues in other departments, particularly SENCOs and Learning Support staff who might like to find out more about factors affecting attention!

 

Posted on January 21, 2018 by in News. Comments Off on Here comes Topic 2: Attention, Reward and Motivation