How can knowledge from the neuroscience of learning contribute to undergraduate teaching and to teaching pedagogical choices?

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https://doi.org/10.11606/issn.2525-376X.v8i1p45-56

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Brain, Memory, Teaching-Learning, Pedagogic Innovation, Human Physiology

Abstract

In Brazil, University teaching is generally a responsibility of professors who are required to postgraduate training, generally master's and Ph.D. degrees, in specific areas, depending on the discipline taught. Rarely is there a concern with teacher pedagogical training in stricto sensu courses – when there is, it does not usually include neuroscience of learning concepts. In fact, neuroscience has a limited presence even in the initial training of teachers. On the other hand, it is clear that understanding how the brain learns and the factors that can influence this learning is crucial for teachers' performance. In this article, we present reflections on this topic and share our experiences in teaching Human Physiology, which confirm the potential contribution of the neuroscience of learning in updating and teaching teachers' pedagogical choices.

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Published

2024-10-21

How to Cite

MELLO-CARPES, Pâmela Billig; TADIELO, Ana Luiza Trombini; CRESPO, Bruna Trein; LIMA, Karine Ramires. How can knowledge from the neuroscience of learning contribute to undergraduate teaching and to teaching pedagogical choices?. Revista de Graduação USP, São Paulo, Brasil, v. 8, n. 1, p. 45–56, 2024. DOI: 10.11606/issn.2525-376X.v8i1p45-56. Disponível em: https://revistas.usp.br/gradmais/article/view/216566.. Acesso em: 28 dec. 2025.