I love Interest-Based Learning

 

I love Interest-Based Learning

You asked me why? 

It has been one of my most effective tools for teaching my children and helping their learning potential increase.

One of my favorite links and research on learning is the following:

http://preventionlane.org/braindevelopment/Materials/WILLIS-HBD-Conf08.pdf

In the article, Dr. Judy Willis says that one effective method in helping children retain information is 

Making the information meaningful and important  

I have found that the engagement level of my children increases when I combine academic subjects with an  interest that my children have. 

Lately, Matthew has been highly interested in animals.  So I think I am going to spend some time incorporating animals into key academic concepts.  Please feel free to share any ideas you may have on how I can do this as well.