%0 Journal Article %T The Effects of Brain-Based Training on Learning and Retention of Life Skills in Adolescents %J International Journal of Behavioral Sciences %I Baqiyatallah University of Medical Sciences %Z 2322-1194 %A Akhavan Tafti, Mahnaz %A Kadkhodaie, Mahbobeh Sadat %D 2016 %\ 11/01/2016 %V 10 %N 3 %P 92-96 %! The Effects of Brain-Based Training on Learning and Retention of Life Skills in Adolescents %K Key words: Brain-based Training/ Neuroscience/ Adolescents %R %X Introduction: Brain-based teaching is the implementation of principles and strategies derived from an understanding of the brain to enhance learning. Authors in this research investigated the effects of brain-based training on learning and retention of life skills in adolescents. Methods: This experimental study was designed as pre- post-test with a control group model and was conducted at the Center for Intellectual Development of Children and Adolescents in Iran/Isfahan in the academic year2014-2015. Two groups were selected using random cluster sampling. During the research process, the experimental group received a brain-based training package (in 10 sessions) while the control group continued with their regular training. Results: Multivariate analysis of covariance (MANCOVA) was used to compare the pre-test and post-test results. A significant difference between the two groups of this study was observed in learning (F= 22.906, P<0.01) and retention (F=34.744, P<0.01). Conclusion: Findings imply that brain-based training had more effect on students 'learning and retention than the traditional training.   %U https://www.behavsci.ir/article_67949_49aa0f507f9598844b64d044a4d36254.pdf