Not All in the Mind
Keywords
hand gesture, spatial visualisation, spatial problem solving, mind-body-feeling, intentional, language
This article creates connections where years ago none would have been recognised – between movement/gesture and language, and movement and thinking. Promising research studies that draw links between the connection of hand gestures; to improved thinking and spatial problem-solving are cited, and new teaching practices that enhance learning a language are over viewed. (pp 34-35)