Introduction

In a world filled with distractions, mindful learning is one way to improve performance and promote engagement and mind-openness. It allows the learner to focus on the present while using experiences from the past. This course explores the neuroscience of mindfulness, focusing specifically on how mindfulness can help to improve a person’s attention and focus. In this course, participants will learn evidence-based techniques for mindful learning in the digital world. It is relevant for students, clinicians and lifelong learners who want to improve their focus and ability to learn and retain new information. Shrey Vazir will also share 5 different ways that you can improve your focus, memory, and attention,  7 steps to practice meditation and 5 mini mindfulness exercises to stop the wandering mind.

Learning outcomes

At the end of this course you will be able to:

• discuss the concepts of mindfulness and mindlessness
• discuss two brain networks responsible for attention and focus
• describe external distractions and the autopilot mode of living in the context of mindful learning
• explain five ways to achieve mindful learning based on a case scenario

Target audience

This course is aimed at Physiotherapy and Physical Therapy clinicians, students and assistants. Other interested professionals such as athletic trainers, occupational therapists, nurses or medical doctors interested in this subject are also invited to participate.

Practicalities

• Availability - this course is online and can be completed on your own schedule.
• Hours of Learning - No deadlines are applied to this course and it can be started and completed in your own time according to your personal schedule. We expect the required elements to take around 1-1.5 hours depending on your schedule and learning style. Additionally there are many optional resources provided and if you choose to review these the course could take longer to complete.
• Types of Activities - This course includes instructional and/or practical videos, reading activities, AI supported learning activities, reflection, evaluation forms, a quiz and additional resources.
• Certificates - At the end of the course, when you have completed all of the required elements, you will be able to download a certificate of completion and 1.2 Plus points will be added to your personalised learning dashboard.

Instructor financial and non-financial disclosures

No relevant relationships disclosed by instructor.

Accessibility and Non-Discrimination Policy

Physiopedia Plus is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible learning environment for all participants. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, national origin, religion, sex, disability, military status, sexual orientation or age in any aspect of our continuing education services. We are dedicated to ensuring that all learners can fully participate in our programmes. Participants who require accommodations or have special needs are encouraged to contact us with details so that we can make all reasonable efforts to meet these requirements.