Sense of Well-Being a Critical Factor in Learning - from Edutopia

Neurobiological studies cited in this article have proved a point that many have understood intuitively in the past; a sense of emotional safety and well-being enhances learning, while the lack of it is an active barrier to learning.

http://www.edutopia.org/neuroscience-brain-based-learning-emotional-safety

This article underlines the importance of creating a caring community within which all students feel honored and respected by classmates and teachers alike. Our Quaker values have always made the creation of this type of environment a top priority at Friends. This latest research helps to explain neurologically the educational benefits of this approach.