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Move, express yourself, learn:
Innovative activities in an inclusive
classroom
LOUKA OLGA & SIATRA EIRINI
TESOL GREECE MARCH 2013
What is this presentation about?
Inclusion
Brain Gym®
Samples of motivating materials
WHAT IS INCLUSION ABOUT?
Equal learning opportunities
Careful consideration of students’ needs
Focus on the unique characteristics of
each and every learner
GREEK EFL CLASSROOM
20-25 students in the classroom
Different Cultural Backgrounds
Absence of special training on teachers’
part
What is Brain Gym®?
Brain Gym®
Brain Gym® is a program of 26 physical
movements that enhance learning &
performance in all areas.
Where did this story begin?
Movement and sensory experiences play
a determinant role in continual brain
development and growth for a lifetime.
Basic Brain Gym® Concepts
1. Physical movement stimulates brain
function.
2. Stress inhibits learning
3. Learning blocks can be released by Brain
Gym®
4 Steps to Get Ready
P – Positive
A – Active
C – Clear
E – Energetic
I PACE myself with:
Water for Energetic
All academic skills are improved by adequate hydration
I PACE myself with:
Brain Buttons for Clear
Clearer and easier thinking
Read effectively
Defining Midline
Use of both brain hemispheres together
Bilateral activities
=Making the most of
our mind
I PACE myself with:
Cross Crawl for Active
Improved left-right coordination
I PACE myself with:
Hook – Ups for Positive
Clear listening and speaking
Enhanced balance and coordination
Lazy 8’s
enhances recognition for the decoding of written language
Brain Gym can help you to:
◦ Learn anything faster & more easily
◦ Be more focused & organised
◦ Overcome learning difficulties
◦ Reach new levels of excellence
◦ Start & finish projects with ease
Does the use of Brain Gym
promote permanent
positive changes?
Brain Gym in Practice
DYSLEXIA
http://www.starfall.com/n/greek-
myths/wooden-horse/load.htm?f
The Wooden Horse An ancient Greek myth
1)What did the people of Troy see?
Horse
Goat
Cow
Donkey
2)When did the people of Troy see
the horse?
3)How did the people of Troy feel?
Draw their feeling.
Autism
ADHD
VOCABULARY PRESENTATION
VOCABULARY PRACTICE
My aunt is a really funny person. If you
take a look at her you can’t help
noticing that they are huge! She
always wears one earing in her
Her looks like a balloon almost
ready to burst! She uses a bright red
lipstick for her but I feel that this
makes her look more like a clown.
Finally her . Can you believe that
she dyes it blue and pink?
Asperger’s Syndrome
SOCIAL STORIES
“Social stories” describe situations,
skills, or concepts that model relevant
social cues, perspectives, and common
responses.
http://www.aspergerssocialstories.com/20
11/02/social-story-washing-your-
hands.html
Social Story – Hand Washing
Closing Remarks