Learning method

Neuromotor learning should be “rolled out”

Klaus Novak, Director of Education Alfred Lehner, Gerhard Judmayer, Principal Karl Knor, Martina Bugnits and Viktoria Berszenyi- Schweitzer.

(Bild: Karl Knor)

Movement is healthy and also makes learning easier. This has been common practice at the Neuberg elementary school for ten years. Now the aim is to create even more nationwide training and further education opportunities for teachers.

An improvement in basic motor skills, greater attention through increased concentration and better motivation in everyday school life - these are just some of the positive consequences that can be expected from a neuromotor learning method. The Neuberg elementary school has been using this method, which was invented by Professor Gerhard Judmayer, for ten years. The pilot project was scientifically supported by the University of Teacher Education. "It is impressive to see the improvements in learning behavior that are possible with this method," says Headmaster Karl Knor. The focus of the learning method is the development of "executive functions".

Talks about nationwide training and further education opportunities
These cognitive processes enable children to act purposefully, control their behavior and adapt to new situations. "It's worth the effort," says Judmayer, as well-developed executive functions are not only important for success at school, but are also a key prerequisite for lifelong learning. At a meeting with representatives of the Directorate of Education, it was agreed to give the method a larger platform in the training and further education of teachers. A further training course will soon be held in southern Burgenland. Klaus Novak, Director of Education Alfred Lehner, Gerhard Judmayer, Director Karl Knor, Martina Bugnits and Viktoria Berszenyi- Schweitzer. Exercise is healthy and also makes learning easier. This has been practiced at Neuberg elementary school for ten years