How emotions influence Learning
by Aaron F.
1. Emotions are often a more powerful determinant of our behavior than our brain's logical/rational process.
2. Peptide molecules are the messengers of our emotional system.
3. Emotions simply exist. They are not learned and they cannot be easily controlled.
4. School activities such as simulation, role play, and cooperative projects draws out emotions.
5. Emotional stressful school environments are counter productive because they can reduce a student's ability to learn