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STUDENT’S EDUCATIONAL PACKET
Personal Development
(Level: Grade11)
Week 9, Week 10 and Week 11
The Powers of Mind
CONTENT STANDARD
The whole brain theory, or two hemispheres of the brain: artistic (right-brain
dominant) and linear (left-brain dominant)
LEARNING COMPETENCY
6.1 discuss that understanding the left and right brain
may help in improving one’s learning
The presented activities or exercises and texts are developed in
order to meet the following objectives:
1. Determine the right-brain and left-brain functions
2. Compare the right-brain and left-brain functions
3. Discuss how the right and left brain may help in improving one’s learning
4. Appreciate your own brain-dominant functions
PRE-TEST
Read the following items carefully. Write the
letter of the correct answer.
1. Which hemisphere is responsible for the control of the right side of the
body, and is the more academic and logical side of the brain?
A. Right Hemisphere
B. Left Hemisphere
C. South Hemisphere
D. North Hemisphere
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2. Which hemisphere is responsible for the control of the left side of the
body, and is the more artistic and creative side of the brain?
A. South Hemisphere
B. North Hemisphere
C. Right Hemisphere
D. Left Hemisphere
3. The following activities are Right-Brain Functions, except:
A. Right-hand control
B. Left-hand control
C. Imagination
D. Insight
4. The following options are Left-Brain Functions, except:
A. Science and Math
B. Number Skills
C. Holistic thought
D. Analytic thought
5. Which of the following choices is a Right-Brain Function?
A. Logic
B. Language
C. Reasoning
D. Intuition
LET’S SEE WHAT YOU ALREADY KNOW
Classify the following functions written inside the box whether it is rightbrain or left-brain functions
Numbers, skills, Art awareness, Written, Left-hand control, Insight,
Language, Creativity, Right-hand control, Holistic thought, Science
and Math, Intuition, Logic, Music awareness, Analytic thought, 3-D
forms, Imagination
Write your answers on the space below:
RIGHT-BRAIN FUNCTIONS
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LET’S ANALYZE AND ANSWER THESE
1. How to determine which side of your brain is functioning?
2.Why do people using left-brain are good in academics?
3.How do the left and the right brain may help in improving one’s learning?
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LET’S LEARN
Two Hemispheres of the Brain
Right Hemispheres
Left Hemispheres
Functions: Responsible for
control of the left side of the
body, and is the more artistic
and creative side of the brain
Functions: Responsible for
control of the right side of the
body, and is the more academic
and logical side of the brain
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If you would split the brain right down the middle into two symmetrical or
equal parts, you would have a right and left hemisphere. Although equal in
size, these two sides are not the same, and do not carry out the same
functions.
The left side of the brain is responsible for controlling the right side of the body.
It also performs tasks that have to do with logic, such as in science
and mathematics. On the other hand, the right hemisphere coordinates the left
side of the body, and performs tasks that have do with creativity and the arts.
Both hemispheres are connected by the corpus callosum and serve the body in
different ways.
LET’S SEE WHAT YOU HAVE LEARNED
Identify which side of the brain and function is being referred to each situation
below. Explain your answer.
1.Justin was awarded as best debater in his Politics and Governance class.
2. Marta received an award as best oral presenter during the research
colloquium last month.
3. Andrew is very good in preparing Balance Sheet in his Accounting class.
4. Liza can easily compose a song even in a short period of time.
5. Peter is good at forecasting a situation that is going to happen.
6. Maria won the Poster Making Contest during the School Foundation Day.
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POST TEST
Read the following items carefully. Write the
letter of the correct answer.
1. The following activities are Right-Brain Functions, except:
A. Right-hand control
B. Left-hand control
C. Imagination
D. Insight
2. The following options are Left-Brain Functions, except:
A. Science and Math
B. Number Skills
C. Holistic thought
D. Analytic thought
3. Which of the following choices is a Right-Brain Function?
A. Logic
B. Language
C. Reasoning
D. Intuition
4. Which hemisphere is responsible for the control of the right side of the
body, and is the more academic and logical side of the brain?
A. Right Hemisphere
B. Left Hemisphere
C. South Hemisphere
D. North Hemisphere
5. Which hemisphere is responsible for the control of the left side of the
body, and is the more artistic and creative side of the brain?
A. South Hemisphere
B. North Hemisphere
C. Right Hemisphere
D. Left Hemisphere
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LEARNING COMPETENCY
6.2 explore the two types of mind-mapping techniques,
each suited to right-brain or left-brain dominant thinking
styles
2.
The presented activities or exercises and texts are developed
in order to meet the following objectives:
1. Identify the two types of mind-mapping techniques
2. Recognize the mind mapping memory technique
3. Utilize mind mapping study technique in solving problem
4. Explore the two types of mind-mapping techniques
PRE-TEST
Read the following items carefully. Write the
letter/phrases of the correct answer.
1. This mind mapping memory technique will help to recall
someone’s name or particular word:
A. memorable images
B. connections
C. relevant symbols
D. spatial awareness
2. This mind mapping memory technique will assist to identify specific
pieces of content:
A. connections
B. memorable images
C. spatial awareness
D. relevant symbols
3. This mind mapping memory technique will help remember when and
why some certain event happened:
A. relevant symbols
B. connections
C. memorable images
D. spatial awareness
4. A mind-map includes the following cortical skills, except:
A. used words
B. selected number
C. memorized data
D. picked colour
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5. Which among the steps in solving problem is in charge in determining
the real purpose of the study?
A. Setting goals
B. Finding solutions
C. Implementing results
D. Identifying the problem
LET’S SEE WHAT YOU ALREADY KNOW
Arrange the steps in Problem Solving written inside the box below from
the first step up to the last step.
Setting goals
Finding solutions
Implementing results
Identifying the problem
Finding out the reasons
Analyzing the current situation
Write your answers on the space below:
Steps in Problem solving
Step
Step
Step
Step
Step
Step
1:
2:
3:
4:
5:
6:
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LET’S ANALYZE AND ANSWER THESE
1. Why do you need to identify the problem?
2. Why do you need to analyze the current situation?
3. Why do you need to set goals?
4. Why do you need to find out the answers of your queries?
5. How to disseminate solutions/findings in a timely manner?
6. Why implementation of results is very important?
1. Why do you need to identify the problem?
2. Why do you need to analyze the current situation?
3. Why do you need to set goals?
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4. Why do you need to find out the answers of your queries?
5. How to disseminate solutions/findings in a timely manner?
6. Why implementation of results is very important?
LET’S LEARN
Mind Mapping Techniques
Mind mapping techniques give us an effective way to improve our study and
memory skills. Mind Mapping, one of the best method to capture your thoughts
and bring them to life in visual form, is definitely a powerful graphic technique
to enhance human performance, which provides a universal key to unleash
your brain's creativity and potential in a uniquely powerful manner.
A mind map can be used in every aspect of life where improve learning and
clearer thinking. This guide will cover two types of mind mapping techniques:
 Mind Mapping Memory Technique
 Mind Mapping Study Technique
Mind Mapping Memory Technique
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Memorize Data
“9” Nine is a line
“8” Eight is a gate
“7” Seven is heaven
“6” Six is a sticks
“5” Five is a hive
“0” Zero is a hero
“1” One is a bun
“2” Two is a shoe
“3” Three is a tree
“4” Four is a door
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As many scientists said, you can remember things you have forgotten with the
correct trigger. All you need is a good memory technique. A mind map is such a
simple memory-improving tool that helps you connect ideas to information you
want to remember.
 Memorable images: help to recall someone’s name or a particular word
 Add connections: remember when and why some certain event
happened
 Add relevant symbols: assist to identify specific pieces of content
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Mind Mapping Study Technique
Steps in Problem Solving
(Write your title above)
1.Identifying the problem
Think about the real purpose
-Ideal condition
-Find the gap
2.Analysing the current situation
Vague concept
-Quantification
-Details
3.Setting goals
Discus
-Sub targets
-Quantify targets
4.Finding out the reasons
Why
-Use tools to analyze
-Find out the reason from the
phenomenon
5.Finding solutions
Make detail plans
-Who, Where, When
6.Implementing results
Go with plans
-Check effect of implementation
-Stop useless solution
-Finish
A mind map includes the full range of cortical skills – word, image, number,
logic, color and spatial awareness, which makes it easier to remember your
notes.
Using a
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mind map as study skills can improve:
Essay Writing
Studying for Exams
Solving Problems
Brainstorming for Group Study
 Creating and Making Presentation
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LET’S SEE WHAT YOU HAVE LEARNED
Identify a problem which has something to do with students’ academic
performance. Once the title of the study is finalized, start solving the problem
by following the steps below. See page 11 for your reference.
Steps in Problem Solving
(Write your title above)
1.Identifying the problem
2.Analysing the current situation
3.Setting goals
4.Finding out the reasons
5.Finding solutions
6.Implementing results
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POST TEST
Read the following items carefully. Write the
letter/phrases of the correct answer.
1. A mind-map includes the following cortical skills, except:
A. used words
B. selected number
C. memorized data
D. picked colour
2. This will help to recall someone’s name or particular word:
A. memorable images
B. connections
C. relevant symbols
D. icon libraries
3. This will assist to identify specific pieces of content:
A. connections
B. memorable images
C. icon libraries
D. relevant symbols
4. This will remember when and why some certain event happened:
A. relevant symbols
B. connections
C. memorable images
D. icon libraries
5. Which among the steps in solving problem is in charge in determining
the real purpose of the study?
A. Setting goals
B. Finding solutions
C. Implementing results
D. Identifying the problem
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LEARNING COMPETENCY
6.3 make a plan to improve learning using left and right
brain through
mind-mapping activities
A.
The presented activities or exercises and texts are developed
in order to meet the following objectives:
1. determine the techniques of mind mapping
2. make a mind map that will help students in getting high grades
3. appreciate the benefits of mind mapping
PRE-TEST
Make a mind map that will help you in
getting high grades. Use any form of graphic
organizers to highlight your ideas.
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LET’S ANALYZE AND ANSWER THESE
1. Why do you need to identify the dos and don’ts?
2. Why do you need to evaluate the current situation?
3. Why do you set things that need to be done and things that you should
never do?
4. How do you monitor progress of your performance?
LET’S LEARN
Better Sleep Mind Map
Not only for students, but also for adults, good sleep is the premise of an
energetic day. This mind maps gives us some useful tips to have a better sleep.
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Tips for getting a good night’s sleep
Dim the lights
Make your bed comfortable
Environment
Avoid mosquito bites
Overeat before sleep
Drink caffeine before sleep
Nap in the late afternoon
Drink too much fluids
before sleep
Adjust the temperature
N
E
V
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R
Ways
to
have a
better
sleep
Establish a bedtime routine
Timing
Aim for about seven hours
sleep
Work before sleep
Exercise regularly
Listen to smooth music
Preparation
Take a shower before bed
Take a power snap during
the day
Set a kinder, gentler alarm
POST TEST
Make a mind map that will help you in
getting high grades. Use any form of graphic
organizer to highlight your ideas.
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REFERENCES:
http://brainmadesimple.com/left-and-right-hemispheres.html
https://www.edrawsoft.com/mindmap/mind-mapping-techniques.php
https://www.edrawsoft.com/mindmap-examples-for-students.php
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