Anchors
Anchoring is one of NLP’s most powerful techniques which can be used for any number of states and contexts. It works by focusing on an external trigger which elicits a positive emotional response. So, if a child is in a situation where they need to change their emotional state, anchoring can quickly access the required emotion. For example, a pupil who suffers from exam nerves can use an anchor to replace their fear with calm. Teachers too can utilise this technique in the presentation of learning material, introducing key words or other stimuli when students are at their most receptive to create an anchor that, consciously or subconsciously, will aid students’ subsequent recall of the material.
NLP for children using kinesthetic learning tecniquePip says, “Technology such as the interactive white board is just one example of how the classroom is changing. The language we use in school needs to resonate with everyone. How we communicate and the specific language we use is a key element of NLP, one which can be applied both in conventional teaching but which also works brilliantly with the new technology now available to teachers.
“The benefits of understanding and utilising sensory-based learning and representational systems in the classroom will change the face of education. The knowledge of NLP allows the teacher to have an amazing set of tools to get the best out of their class.”