fun increases learning
When learning occurs in a safe environment, you can increase the intensity (fun or excitement) of a lesson, repeat the information and discover new ways to take hold of the student’s attention span over extended periods of time. One of the goals of effective instruction is to find a way to incorporate these qualities and thereby increase learning. Classrooms aren’t always able to incorporate these items. Students of human nature and advertisers are quick to look for ways to use these methods. A major car company recently began a contest to see who could develop the best innovation that would make a task fun and promote changed behavior. By rewarding the behavior with fun, the person is encouraged to repeat the task. By design, these projects encouraged people to learn and change their behavior. Why would this be of interest to you? These things are valuable because you can incorporate them as you seek to learn new skills. Whether you are trying to become proficient at primitive life skills, herbal medicine or plant identification it is very important to be knowledgeable and prepared. Your education will be difficult if you are full of fear instead of happy adventure. Few are motivated to practice skills that they view with overwhelm and dread. Make time in your schedule for your family to enjoy some fun adventures together. Develop a family hobby. Enjoy the beauty of nature that surrounds your location. What common and useful plants are growing in your area? Take a few excursions. Look for opportunities to pitch in and help others who are using skills you wish to learn. Organize a class with friends. Enjoy the social aspect of learning. Host your own workshop or organize a contest to see who is best at a particular skill. Your family will be drawn closer by the memories and fun you create while gaining valuable information that may prove useful in times to come. With a creative approach, the joy of learning can be yours. For more practical teaching tips, check out To Train Up A Child by Michael Pearl.
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