Adolescent Brains

As a child approaches adolescence, their _________ become more intense.

Teens are more likely to see negative emotions in a neutral face.

• True

• False

Which of the following would be a good response to an emotional reaction from a teenager?

• Tell them they need to stop acting emotional

• Ask them what is wrong and get an answer.

• Give them some space.

• Send them out to the office.

Teenagers have a lower than normal ________ level, but a higher release amount when given rewards. This is why gamification engages them and increases participation. They like to win!

The downsize to teen brains is when dopamine drops they get bored. Especially with the same old things.

• True

• False

Teenage brains also have something going on in the ______ area. This is the part that helps them way the positive and negative consequences of an action.

Teenagers have hyper-rational thinking. Their brains focus on the positive and down play the negative aspects of a choice.

• True

• False

Lessons for adults (skip to bottom section)

With the intensity for new discovery and emotional spark to find fulfillment teenagers have a passion to learn things. Which of the following would be examples of maximizing the teenage brain's "Spark"?

• Having students take notes during a lecture.

• Working in teams to read and create a presentation on a topic.

• Answering questions that aren't in the lesson plan about a new idea a student has on the topic.

• Having students provide feedback on the way they learn.

• Playing games to check for understanding.