Have you ever heard of the Feuerstein method? It is an educational system that aims to stimulate the intelligence of children and improve their learning skills. Let's get to know it more closely.
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Have you ever heard of the method flint? It is an educational system that aims to stimulate the intelligence of children and improve their learning skills. Let's get to know it more closely.
Educating children is an important and delicate step at the same time that is why, over time, different methods have been born that aim to raise intelligent, aware, self-confident, creative and possibly happy children. One of these is the Feuerstein method probably less known than others but just as interesting.
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name="chi-era-reuven-feuerstein">Chi era Reuven Feuerstein
Her name is certainly less known than that of Maria Montessori or Rudolf Steiner but also Reuven Feuerstein, an Israeli psychologist-pedagogist born in Romania, has dedicated himself for years to studying and deepening the educational and learning methods of children.
Feuerstein specifically wanted to find ways to develop the intelligence of children with learning problems, intellectual delays or Down's syndrome. He also dedicated himself to those little ones who had returned to Israel after having lived the tragic experience of concentration camps with psychological repercussions that were also evident in learning.
name="principi-del-method-flint">Principi del method flint
The fundamental concept on which this method is based is the conception that intelligence is not entirely an innate gift but it can also be refined and in a certain way "taught" to children. According to Feuerstein there are 5 fundamental principles that are always valid also and above all in the case of children with learning problems:
name="all-human-beings-are-editable">All human beings are editable
Specific reference is made to the functioning of the brain and thinking which can improve throughout life.
name="this-particular-child-is-editable">This particular child is editable
Every child can sharpen their intelligence even if there are problems at the base. Just help him develop his resources to the fullest.
name="i-can-modify-it">I can modify it
With "I" we mean the parent, albeit flanked by other family members, teachers or professionals who are useful for the path of children with problems.
name="i-myself-am-editable">I myself am editable
The parent must also change his or her preconceptions and habits if this can be of any use to the child in helping him develop his intelligence. In short, we improve and grow together.
name="the-environment-is-editable">The environment is editable
Even the external environment can be modified for the good and for the specific needs of the child.
Based on these principles, Feuerstein has developed a method aimed at developing the potential of each child to the fullest. This is based on a dynamic individual assessment (LPAD), which must be based on his learning potential and not on what he has already learned so far and a Instrumental Enrichment Program (PAS), useful for improving children's skills through learning mediated by the presence of an educator.
name="feuerstein-method-practical-examples">Feuerstein method, practical examples
The Feuerstein method also consists of practical tips for simply stimulate intelligence of our children. Here are some that we can immediately experience:
name="look-him-in-the-eye-when-there-is-something-important-to-say">Look him in the eye when there is something important to say
It seems obvious to look into each other's eyes when we have to say something important to someone but often we adults don't do it either. For children this habit is even more important as intelligence is also linked to the degree of attention, a faculty that we learn from the first contact with our mother who observes us with her loving gaze.
To talk to children and explain something important to them, therefore, is good get up to their level, look them in the eye and only then begin the speech with phrases such as: "listen, I have to tell you something important", followed by what you actually want to say and immediately after reiterating the concept further with a simple and clear summary sentence.
Keep its rooms in order
It is good for children (and others) to live in an orderly environment, which also helps attention. Therefore, always keep toys and objects in their place, especially in the room where they sleep and play.
3) Express yourself in words
In some cases, babies tend to cry or complain to get what they want. Instead, it is important to teach them to explain their needs well in words so that thought and intelligence can grow along with their language.
style="text-align: justify;">4) Don't correct him in front of others
It is good not to correct any mistakes made by the child in front of others to prevent them from feeling humiliated. Instead, choose a time when you are alone with him (or make it) to make him reflect calmly on what he did wrong or on a wrong word. Don't forget to highlight the improvements too.
Don't interrupt it
When the child talks and tells something about his day it is good not to interrupt him to avoid losing the thread of the conversation or maybe even the desire to let you participate in his discoveries or "adventures".
Allow him to do it himself
Children often ask to do something by themselves, well leave them as much freedom as possible even if they will be slower or maybe they will do some small damage. In this way they have the great opportunity to learn based also on what they have previously observed and will thus acquire self-confidence.
Make him listen to music
Listening to music is good for all ages but it would be better to choose some types of music that are particularly beneficial for the mind (calm, promote concentration, etc.). It is the music of Mozart but also that of Vivaldi, Bach or other Baroque musicians.
Playing pretend to be someone else
A classic game that all children particularly love at some point is to pretend to be someone else: the mother, the doctor, etc. In short, they play to give and give themselves a role that is usually not theirs. It is an important game that favors skills such as empathy, emotional intelligence as well as obviously can be useful in stimulating creativity.
Get him to collaborate in the house
At almost any age, little ones can carry out simple daily tasks around the house such as setting the table or bringing food, taking clothes out of the washing machine, etc. It is a way to empower them a little but also to develop their intelligence through a routine that involves the execution of tasks and the use of memory.
Get to the answer with him
Children often ask many questions and it would be good to have them arrive at the answer on their own through dialogue and directing them towards what they require: that is, to satisfy their curiosity. In this way they have the opportunity to learn more by generating new ideas and also by fixing concepts in a more lasting way.
Give the opportunity to choose
Every day we adults make many choices from what we wear to what we eat, etc. We try to give some options even children in this way they will learn to be more autonomous in their own decisions and to respect those of others as well.
You may be interested in other educational methods:
- MONTESSORI METHOD: 10 PRINCIPLES TO EDUCATE HAPPY CHILDREN
- HOW TO DEVELOP ALL CHILD'S TALENTS (ACCORDING TO RUDOLF STEINER)
- HERE'S THE TRUE SECRET TO EDUCATING RESPECTFUL (AND WITHOUT CHILDREN) CHILDREN
Tell him about your origins
Each family has its own personal story and it is good for each child to know their own. Also great for the little ones to maintain rituals that can stimulate their intelligence and root them in the context.
