Neuroscience and Education: Revolution or Illusion in the Classroom?

Neuroscience has become an increasingly popular topic in the field of education. Teachers, trainers, and researchers alike are asking: Can understanding the brain really help us teach and learn better?

When Science Sheds Light on Teaching

From memory and attention to stress and emotion regulation, cognitive science offers valuable insights into how we learn.It helps educators design more effective learning moments, view mistakes as stepping-stones, and create environments that are both kind and motivating.

Beware of Neuromyths

Every revolution comes with its pitfalls. Neuromyths — such as the idea that we only use 10% of our brain or that people are “left-brained” or “right-brained” — often distort scientific messages.For education truly informed by neuroscience, it’s essential to stay critical, cross-reference research, and experiment with integrity.

A great initiative: the University of Geneva is currently exploring these questions.

Read the article: The Brain and Pedagogy (Autumn 2025) (in French)

When Neuroscience Meets Coaching

But understanding the brain is only part of the story. Learning is also a deeply human journey, shaped by emotions, motivation, and autonomy.When scientific insights are combined with a non-directive, learner-centered approach, they foster meaningful, long-term learning.

This is where coaching makes all the difference: it helps learners identify their blocks, build self-confidence, and take ownership of their learning path.

Neurolanguage Coaching®: Learning for the Future

✨ Neuroscience + Language Coaching = Neurolanguage Coaching®️ ✨

This innovative approach merges scientific understanding with emotional intelligence to create 21st-century education that is more conscious, personalised, and profoundly human.