LEFT BRAIN VERSUS RIGHT BRAIN USE
There
is a belief that the two different sides of the brain control two different "modes" of thinking and that most individuals
prefer either one or the other mode of thinking.
There is evidence to support that the left brain and right brain think differently,
for example:
|
Left Brain |
|
Right Brain |
|
Logical
Sequential
Rational
Analytical
Objective
Looks
at parts |
Random
Intuitive
Holistic
Synthesizing
Subjective
Looks
at wholes |
Most individuals demonstrate a preferential style of
thinking, ie left brain or right brain. Some individuals, however, are equally capable of both styles of thinking and
are more "whole-brained".
Secondary education is more inclined to support left-brain styles
of thinking over the left right-brain styles. Thus, school subjects encourage more logical and analytical thinking with
an emphasis on accuracy.
Right-brain subjects, however, are more focused
on emotions, aesthetics and creativity.
