The Feuerstein Institute, in collaboration with Oholei Yosef Yitzchok of Crown Heights, is offering a unique course series on the Feuerstein Method, tailored specifically for Yeshiva students.
Are you a parent, teacher, or therapist looking to enhance your interactions with children and help them learn more effectively? We are excited to announce an upcoming online course on the Feuerstein Method – FIE Basic 1, led by the renowned Dr. Greta Ehlers from the Feuerstein Institute. This course will be held over five days in Aug 18-22 2024, providing a comprehensive introduction and training to the internationally acclaimed learning methodology.
This special training will focus on implementing the Feuerstein Method in a Yeshiva setting to enhance the development of cognition and empathy of young students. It aims to provide needed tools to prepare them for high-order thinking from preschool through early elementary grades, serving as a foundation for advanced learning in Chumash, Mishna, and Gemorah and beyond.
The course fees amount to $800, covering all course materials and certification upon course completion.
Course Schedule:
- Sunday, August 18, 2024: 9:00 am – 2:00 pm EST
- Monday, August 19, 2024: 9:00 am – 2:00 pm EST
- Tuesday, August 20, 2024: 9:00 am – 2:00 pm EST
- Wednesday, August 21, 2024: 9:00 am – 2:00 pm EST
- Thursday, August 22, 2024: 9:00 am – 2:00 pm EST
To sign up, pls fill out the registration form here The Feuerstein Method- FIE Basic 1 Course
The Feuerstein Method, developed by Israeli developmental cognitive psychologist Dr. Reuven Feuerstein, emphasizes “Learning How to Learn” through Mediated Learning Experiences. This method has been praised and implemented in over 80 countries around the world. It focuses on unlocking a child’s potential and teaching them essential cognitive skills that can be applied across various aspects of life. Dr. Feuerstein’s work was strongly supported by the Rebbe, who encouraged him to further develop his method and even sent children to him for treatment.
Many parents and educators often believe that real learning only begins when children start pre-kindergarten or first grade, focusing primarily on free play with little guidance from adults during the preschool years. However, learning begins as soon as a child is born, and even before that. The early formative experiences are crucial in shaping a child’s learning patterns and cognitive development. It is essential for parents and teachers to understand the importance of these early years and how to effectively use play and both formal and informal instruction to create the right neural pathways to ensure success. These pathways serve as foundational building blocks for further learning. The question arises: do parents and teachers have the necessary tools to nurture these young minds effectively? This is precisely what the Feuerstein Course aims to address, equipping adults with the strategies and knowledge to foster optimal cognitive and mental development in children.
Participants in the FIE Basic 1 course will gain valuable insights into Dr. Feuerstein’s applied systems of structural cognitive modifiability. These systems have been proven to enhance learning potential and developmental outcomes in children. Whether you’re a parent looking to support your child’s education, a teacher aiming to improve classroom interactions, or a therapist seeking new techniques, this course offers practical and transformative tools.
To sign up for the course, please fill out the registration form here https://wkf.ms/3D7aZAF
For more information, feel free to send a WhatsApp message to the organizers at this link https://wa.me/13473788545
To read more about the method visit here https://www.oyyl.org/training/
Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from Dr. Greta Ehlers and help your children or students unlock their full potential through the Feuerstein Method.
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