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Understanding 3: The Brain is Designed for Perpetual Growth

The brain has the capacity to grow and expand throughout our lives. It is a dynamic organ, capable of adapting to new uses and expanded connections.

“The brain is remarkably plastic…Even in middle or old age, it’s still adapting very actively to its environment.” 
–Kurt Fischer, Harvard University


  1. Video: Brain-based Learning Model (Neuroplasticity)
  2. 15 AMAZING EXAMPLES OF NEUROPLASTICITY IN ACTION at Lawsagna

Teaching From Within

Teaching From Within is a film, a workshop, a website, a blog, and a way of teaching that promote an inside-out approach to learning. Once we strip away intrusive motivational add-ons like rewards, fear and coercion, the natural human drive to learn, explore and grow can guide us as teachers and as students toward learning that is natural, sustainable, and neverending.

If you are interested in having a Teaching From Within workshop at your school, contact Scott Simpson at dsimpson@tie.net

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