CODE-SWITCHING IN THE EFL CLASSROOM: BARRIER OR BRIDGE?

Аннотация

Neuroeducation is an interdisciplinary field combining neuroscience, psychology, and pedagogy to better understand how students learn and how educators can adapt their methods to align with brain function. This paper investigates the neural mechanisms underlying learning and memory, focusing on brain plasticity, attention, emotional regulation, and sleep. Drawing on research findings and practical case studies, the study explores how knowledge about the brain’s functioning can be applied in real classroom environments. The research was conducted in Secondary School No.168 in Chilanzar, involving 87 students and 15 teachers. The results revealed a strong correlation between emotionally engaging lessons and higher retention rates. The study also shows that integrating regular brain breaks, multisensory teaching, and movement- based activities significantly improves attention span and memory recall. Additionally, foreign studies and meta-analyses are reviewed to support the implementation of neuroeducational strategies. The implications suggest that educators should not only teach content but also train students in metacognitive awareness and stress management techniques to optimize brain function. The paper concludes that aligning pedagogy with neuroscientific principles leads to improved academic outcomes and student well-being. Keywords: Neuroeducation, brain-based learning, cognitive neuroscience, neuroplasticity, executive function, attention span, working memory, long-term memory, metacognition, emotional regulation, learning styles, multisensory instruction, prefrontal cortex, amygdala, hippocampus, mirror neurons, sleep and learning, stress and cognition, dopamine and motivation, neural engagement, educational neuroscience, scaffolding, student wellbeing, brain breaks, embodied learning, retrieval practice. 104 ISSN (E): 2992-9148 SJIF 2024 = 5.333 ResearchBib Impact Factor: 9.576 / 2024 VOLUME-3, ISSUE-6