The Brain Electrical stimulation of the nervous system can improve motor learning Researchers at the University of Copenhagen have demonstrated that the brain's ability to learn certain skills can be significantly enhanced if both the brain and nervous system are primed by carefully-calibrated,…
Learning Physical exercise boosts motor learning – and remembering what one has learned Violinists, surgeons and gamers can benefit from physical exercise both before and after practicing their new skills. The same holds true for anyone seeking to improve their fine motor skills. This is demonstrated by ne…
learning Children’s spelling skills improve when teaching integrates movement A new study from the University of Copenhagen’s Department of Nutrition, Exercise and Sports shows that children who use their bodies to 'shape' letter-sounds improve their spelling skills more than those who receive…
sleep New research project will investigate the effect of sleep extension on body weight, metabolism and learning ability in children Many children and young people sleep less than recommended. A new research collaboration between the University of Copenhagen and Rigshospitalet will study the effect of sleep extension on weight, metabolism and learnin…
movement Whole-body learning can boost children's letter sound recognition - the first step towards reading Children who move while learning sounds of letters significantly improve their ability to recognize individual letter sounds. This is the conclusion of a new study conducted by the University of Copenhagen’s Department…
Strength Training Varied strength-training programmes increase strength, but not muscle mass For years, it has been assumed that variation in strength-training programmes impacts training outcomes. New research at the University of Copenhagen demonstrates that varied strength training has a positive effect on…
Basketball Mathematics Basketball Mathematics scores big at inspiring kids to learn New study with 756 1st through 5th graders demonstrates that a six-week mashup of hoops and math has a positive effect on their desire to learn more, provides them with an experience of increased self-determination and…