What is learning?

• Making new connections
• Finding associations
• Resolving dissonance
• Finding relevance
• Developing competence

Learning can be defined as:-

"A process by which experience or practice results in a relatively permanent change in behaviour or potential behaviour."

The  importance of understanding the neurological basis for learning cannot be overstated. Whilst the landscape of the 'brian/mind' is constantly being re-defined some of the insights neuroscientists offer educators can help drive learning programmes.