1. The Left and Right Brain
How Does This Affect Problem Solving

2. The Human Brain
The human brain is dived into 2 hemispheres – the right brain and left brain
Each half functions differently
Left Brain
sequential, analytical, and linear
Function of language and all language activities
Right Brain
Creative, imaginative, emotional, and intuitive
Tends to get forgotten in everyday life

3. The Human Brain
The two brain hemispheres work together, like teammates, supporting each other and producing results that neither one could attain on its own
When the creative potential of the right side is combined with the linear thinking of the left, the power of an individual’s creativity can increase dramatically

4. Interesting Brain Tricks
Go to the following link to try some interesting brain tricks
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5. Visualizing Visualizing:
Visualizing different scenarios in your mind can help you deal with new ideas or concepts
This technique is often used by athletes to enhance their performance and confidence levels

6. Word Clustering CAR The free association of ideas and words
Better Job
travel
Fun
Gas
Freedom
Costs
License
Own car
Insurance
Family Car
CAR
The free association of ideas and words
Stimulates the right brain into action
Sports
Model
Convertible \
Cost

7. Word Clustering Class Activity
Write a word or phrase in the centre of the page and circle it
Write other words/phrases on the page as they come to mind while you are considering the original word
Circle each new word/phrase
Draw a line between circles you feel are connected, then look for patterns when completed that enhance the first idea
Think: Each students will do a word cluster based on the phrase – “My ideal job would …”
Pair: Students will exchange word clusters with a partner. Discuss the ideas generated. Any Similarities? Any Differences?

8. Mind Mapping
Elementary
School
Education
College & University \
Secondary School
Library
Spec. Industry training
Adult Ed
English/French
A visual way of organizing and relating ideas using pictures and/or words
Geography
Services Provided
Needs
Technology
French
Options
Family Studies
Business
Math
Music
English
Art
History
Computers
Phys. Ed

9. Mind Mapping Class Activity
Write a word or picture in the centre of the page and circle it
Work your way out from the centre of the page as you think of sub-themes and related items
Connect sub-themes to the central idea with lines
Draw lines to connect ideas as they materialize around sub-themes
Students will divide into groups of 3 or 4
Start with the word “Travel”
Draw circles around that contain different segments of the industry
Think of areas in the industry that you feel are well serviced, then think of areas that are not well serviced