Classical education relies heavily on verbal and auditory learning.  Many students are not willing to follow, or do not understand, verbal instructions. How can we teach atypical learners self-awareness and cognitive thinking skills? This workshop takes you through a class designed to teach Feldenkrais® principles of thinking and doing through clay, art-based lessons and use of the imagination. You will learn “another way” to understand Feldenkrais principles of flexible thinking that can be used in school, after school programs, or students who need help learning cognitive skills. This approach has been used effectively in public schools and special needs programs. This class has been taught for 2.5 years for a Court Services youth diversion program with a 91% non-recidivism rate. Awareness Through Movement® lessons will enhance the learning experience. Curriculum is available.

Linda Flanders (1991) is a Feldenkrais practitioner and Youth Program Developer, specializing in education through the Media Arts. She has a degree in Criminal Justice and is an independent educational videographer. Linda is a published author and national conference presenter on working with atypical behavior; focusing on at-risk students through multimedia prevention and diversion programs.