The brain is divided into two hemispheres.  Between the left and the right sides of the brain lies a bundle of neural fibers called the corpus callosum.  The goal is to integrate the left brain and right brain and encourage communication across the corpus callosum.  Whenever you achieve a crossover between the two hemispheres of the brain, learning is enhanced.  When a student engages in coloring, doodling, or artistic embellishment of their lesson material, the two sides of the brain work together.
Our brains process visual input and language input in two completely different areas.  Information is stored in short term memory in each zone.  However, to convert new learning into long term memory, we need to build referential connections between these two areas of the brain.  Click the links below to learn how to use "visual memory triggers" and visual note-taking strategies to BLEND words and graphics to boost student retention.
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