The Power of Mind
The Power of Mind
The Power of Mind
In 1861, Paul Broca conducted a study on language and the left-right brain
specialization on a patient who had problems with language.
After several tests, Broca theorized that some language functions reside on the left side
of the brain (Morris, 2006)
After research was conducted on language functions and the brain, other scientists
continued their studies on brain-related diseases and malfunctions.
Dr. Roger Sperry
Conducted the Triune Brain Theory that led to the development of Ned Hermann’s
Brain Dominance Theory
His theory states that there are three (3) identified distinct parts of the brain, namely:
neocortex, limbic system, and reptilian complex
According to him, the neocortex or the rational brain is responsible for intellectual
tasks such as language, planning, abstraction, and perception, while the limbic system
or the intermediate brain is responsible for the motivation and emotion involved in
feeding, reproductive behavior, and parental behavior. Finally, there is the primitive
brain or the reptilian complex, which controls self-preservation and aggressive
behavior of humans similar to the survival instincts of animals
Hermann’s
Four Dominant
Quadrants
Ned Hermann
Quadrant A learners are very much into logical thinking. They expect
exact information that is straight to the point, and they would also want
to be fed with lots of theories, numbers, data, logical expressions, and
results of research studies.
They find it difficult to express their inner thoughts and emotions, and
may struggle with unclear or undefined concepts or ideas
Quadrant B
They are very social learners who enjoy learning with a group with whom they share
ideas and projects.
They are very focused and involved when trying to learn something and also tend to
reflect on what they have understood and acquired in terms of knowledge.
They get bored with data and intellectual discussions without activities and
participation
They are also emotional and would share their emotions in a group. Personal feedback
means a lot for them
Quadrant D
They are the curious ones who enjoy discovering, experimenting, and exploring
activities.
They are strong thinkers in conceptualizing and putting all seemingly unrelated parts
and connecting them, creating new ideas and concepts.
Enjoys games and surprises, is a visual learner, and needs different varieties of
approaches to learning
Being spontaneous, they have difficulty meeting deadlines and rigid environments
Learners should always remember that they do not necessarily belong to just one or
two quadrants, but can find their qualities present in all quadrants
Now that we have our different styles of learning, the adolescent senior high school
can easily adapt their learning styles with that of their classmates, and also those of the
teachers
In accepting the diverse types of learning, the adolescent learner can become a better
collaborator at work, a very important skill that is currently in demand in the
workplace.
Also, an adolescent senior high school will also improve his/her interpersonal
relationships once they accept and understand the differences in others’ learning and
thinking styles.
Simple Test for
Dominant Learning Styles
Quadrant A Quadrant B Quadrant C Quadrant D
Analyzes data Gets things done Tactile Vivid imagination
Works with numbers Reliable in getting things done Shares knowledge Conceptualizes
Risk-taker
Mind Mapping
Mind Mapping:
Short History + Function
Organizing information and concepts through the use of maps or diagrams has been a
practice among thinkers as early as the third century.
British psychology author and consultant, Tony Buzan, who also developed the
technique in creating such a map, popularized the use of the phrase “mind map”
They are useful visual tools that help link concepts and information together so that
the interconnection and interrelation of these are clearly laid out and easily accessible
to help in problem-solving and for reference and review (Mind Maps, n.d.).
Five (5) Essential Characteristics of Mind Mapping According
to Mindmapping.com
The main idea, subject, or focus is crystallized in a central image
The main themes radiate from the central image as “branches”
The branches comprise a key image or a keyword drawn or printed on its associated line
Topics of lesser importance are represented as ‘twigs’ of the relevant branch
The branches form a connected nodal structure
(You may watch the video “How to Draw a Mind Map” uploaded by Empowering Youth on
YouTube)
Mindmapping.com
Creating Basic Mind Maps by:
MindTools.com
Write the title of the subject you are exploring in the center of the page, and draw any shape on it (as
shown in the previous slide).