Physical Activity and Cognition: Inseparable in the Classroom

Traditional education has tended to compartmentalize abstract thought, emotion and physical activity. However, neuroscientific evidence suggests that these are completely interlinked in the learning process. The traditional lecture-style lesson relegates students to a passive and sedentary role, precluding physical movement. In addition, the current trend of schools reducing recess hours, dropping physical education classes, or subjects that...