Can video games really reduce your chances of dementia and cognitive decline? Turns out, the majority of the research doesn't support this idea. A video explains why it doesn't work, the studies that have been done, and concludes with what you can do to train your brain.

Concepts

the brain, memorization, cognitive development

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Additional Tags

science

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Instructional Ideas

• Research the things that can improve your cognitive skills

Classroom Considerations

• While amusing, be aware the pop-up banner ads and the commercial before the video are often for the exact programs the video says don't work
• Remember to preview any comments that might appear when showing this video in the classroom

• This video is hosted on YouTube

Pros

• Includes closed captioning in English and Italian
• Provides a full list of resources

Cons

• None