The Brain-Targeted Teaching Model: A Comprehensive Model for Classroom Instruction and School Reform

The Brain-Targeted Teaching Model provides teachers with a format for using research in the neurosciences as well as research-based effective instructional practices to guide them in planning, implementing, and assessing a sound program of instruction. This model, developed by Dr. Hardiman, presents six stages, or “brain targets” of the teaching and learning process, and describes brain research that supports each stage. The article focuses on positive emotional and physical learning environments, the development of “big picture” concepts, the mastery of skills and process, the “real world” application of learning, and the continual evaluation of student learning. Integral to the application of the model is the integration of the arts to foster concept development and higher-order thinking.