1. Quotes on the brain n “Montage is the modus operandi of the brain.”

2. Quotes on the brain n “Learn a lot and the brain circuitry changes extensively; learn little and your brain’s organization remains limited to the same neuronal networks..”

3. Quotes on the brain n “The brain takes a certain amount of time to encode new experiences and information.”

4. Quotes on the brain n “The brain is always “purposive” and employs whatever areas are most appropriate for the task at hand.”

5. Quotes on the brain n “Physical and mental inactivity lead to boredom, anxiety and depression.”

6. Quotes on the brain n “Therefore, if you desire peak mental efficiency, take control of your feelings and emotions.”

7. Quotes on the brain n “If you concentrate on ways of avoiding a bad outcome rather than bringing about a good one, your brain will lock onto the negative.”

8. Quotes on the brain n “Concentrate on your ideas and your goals rather than focusing on the bad things that could happen, or on how nervous you’re feeling.”

9. Quotes on the brain n All quotes taken from Mozart’s Brain and the Fighter Pilot written by Richard Restak MD. written by Richard Restak MD.

10. NEW and EXCITING just added!!! n The following information was taken from Enriching the Brain; How to Maximize EVERY Learner’s Potential by Eric Jensen

11. Seven Positive Factors to Maximize your Potential 1. Physical Activity 2. Novel, challenging, and meaningful learning 3. Coherent complexity 4. Managed Stress Levels 5. Social Support 6. Good Nutrition 7. Sufficient Time

12. 1. Physical Activity n Exercise helps increase the release of brain-derived neurotrophic factor which supports learning and memory function and the repair and maintenance of neural circuits.

13. Novel, Challenging, and Meaningful learning n The brain is designed by nature to survive. Learning is the only way to do that. Novel learning appears to increase brain cell survival and functionality.

14. Coherent Complexity n Complexity is the situation in which students are neither bored nor distressed with their experience, rather engaged and able to handle multiple levels of curriculum, social structures, and emotional responses

15. Managed Stress Levels n The learning environment should inspire and challenge the learner. Students need the skills and mind-set to believe they can influence their environment

16. SOCIAL SUPPORT n The Key is a sense of belonging, invitation, and connectedness. A safe, positive social climate reduces stress.

17. GOOD NUTRITION n Good nutrition improves mood and behavior. Nutrition impacts cognition and behavior. There are special nutrients which boost learning and brain function.

18. SUFFICIENT TIME n All learning processes require resources and that takes time. New connections are formed within 15 minutes but it takes 1-6 hours to solidify new learning.