Accelerated Learning—Training Basics

Accelerated Learning Principles

The purpose of accelerated learning is to involve both the right and left hemispheres and the cortex and limbic systems of the brain in learning. By involving the different functions, learning is made more natural. Several principles are involved in accelerated learning, and these include:

Affective State

The brain chemistry of a positive state of the nervous system differs from that of a fearful and angry state. Stressful environments cause the brain to “downshift” naturally. Eliminating excess stress, fear of failure, and negativity greatly enhances the learner's receptivity to training.

Beliefs Toward Learning

Many people believe that learning is difficult—a belief that can be altered. Learning is one of ...