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Module 5:
The Power of the Mind:
The Whole Brain Theory
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PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT
Module 5: The Power of the Mind: The Whole Brain Theory
Second Edition, 2021
Copyright © 2021
La Union Schools Division
Region I
All rights reserved. No part of this module may be reproduced in any form without written
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Senior High School
Personal Development
Module 5:
The Power of the Mind:
The Whole Brain Theory
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Introductory Message
This Self-Learning Module (SLM) is prepared so that you, our dear
learners, can continue your studies and learn while at home. Activities,
questions, directions, exercises, and discussions are carefully stated for you
to understand each lesson.
Each SLM is composed of different parts. Each part shall guide you
step-by-step as you discover and understand the lesson prepared for you.
In addition to the material in the main text, Notes to the Teacher are
also provided to our facilitators and parents for strategies and reminders on
how they can best help you on your home-based learning.
Please use this module with care. Do not put unnecessary marks on
any part of this SLM. Use a separate sheet of paper in answering the exercises
and tests. And read the instructions carefully before performing each task.
Thank you.
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Target
The brain has always been a huge fascination to us. Studies and
researches have been conducted on its different parts and their functions,
diseases and malfunctions related to it and how it works. Several theories
discussing the brain have also been formulated.
This learning material discusses the whole brain theory and its
application to learning including the key characteristics of the four quadrants
of the brain as theorized by Ned Herrmann. This also provides you activities
you can work on your own while staying at the comforts of your home because
of the COVID-19 pandemic. Stay safe and have fun learning!
Subtasks:
1. name different parts of the brain, its functions and the whole brain
theory and how it affects the learning process of a person;
2. illustrate the key characteristics of the four quadrants of the brain
as theorized by Ned Herrmann;
3. apply ways on how to improve brain functions for personal
development;
4. analyze some substances that may affect the brain functions;
5. determine different ways in improving mental health; and
6. construct a personal plan to enhance brain functions.
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Jumpstart
Hey! Can you still remember your topic on the different parts of the brain back
in Grade 10? Let’s test your brain power by doing the first activity.
Activity 1
Directions: Label the different parts of the brain and then write the name of
each part with its corresponding function in the figure below.
Functions:
1. Sensations and body awareness: ____________________
2. Problem solving and movement: ____________________
3. Breathing and consciousness: ____________________
4. Vision and perception: ____________________
5. Hearing and memory: ____________________
6. Posture and balance: ____________________
Were you able to answer the activity correctly? If yes, well done! If not, I guess
there’s a dire need to visit your memory!
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Directions: Below is a word pool. Identify whether the word belongs to the
left hemisphere or right hemisphere of the brain. Write the words
on the spaces provided.
_________________ _________________
_________________ _________________
_________________ _________________
_________________ _________________
_________________ _________________
_________________ _________________
Reflection Question: Why and how did you group the words from the word
pool above?
Answer:___________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________.
Criteria Score
Answer is correct; it is organized and complete; it explains ideas; 4
it has lots of details to show understanding of the question
Answer is correct and mostly organized; it has some details to 3
show understanding of the lesson; it explains ideas
Answer is almost right; it doesn’t have enough details to show 2
understanding of the question
Answer doesn’t make sense; it has no details; it has no 1
explanation or ideas.
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Discover
As you go on with this lesson, you will discover whether you are left-brained or
right-brained and how this fact affects your learning.
Dr. Roger Sperry, who was awarded the 1981 Nobel Prize for
Physiology or Medicine, explained that the brain has two hemispheres that
work differently from each other. According to him, the left-brain hemisphere
performs tasks that involve analytical thinking, critical thinking and logical
reasoning. Dr. Sperry explained this in his Split-Brain Theory.
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Herrmann’s Four Dominant Quadrants
The whole brain model emphasizes the fact that there really are four
quadrants of the brain where dominance exists. The Herrmann Brain
Dominance Instrument (HBDI) was based on this model. The HBDI is a 120-
question survey instrument that measures the preference strengths in each
quadrant.
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Table 1: Preferred Learning and Thinking Activities in the Four
Quadrants
QUADRANT PREFERENCES
A Quantifying, Analyzing, Theorizing, Logical processing,
collecting data, Problem solving, Judging ideas based on
facts, and Using statistical and scientific data
B Sequencing, organizing schedules, Evaluating, Practicing and
implementing, Collecting data, Planning, Time management
C Internalizing, listening to and sharing ideas, Moving, Being
involved or personal interaction, Teaching and expressing
ideas
D Exploring, Discovering, Conceptualizing, Synthesizing,
looking at the big picture, Causing change, Brainstorming
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Here is a simple test to find out the quadrant a person’s dominant
traits are found.
Table 2: Dominant Traits in Each Quadrant
A D
Knows and works with numbers Impulsive and takes risks
Knows and understands money Discovers and explores
Knows how things work Has a vivid imagination
Logical thinker Likes surprises
Down-to-earth Visual learner
Analyzes data Breaks rules
Quantifies Experiments
Realistic Curious
Critical Flexible
B C
Creates and establishes procedures Likes to teach and share knowledge
Reliable in getting things done Uses physical movement
Takes preventive action Talks a lot
Plans and organizes Supportive
Submits on time Expressive
Get things done Emotional
Organized Sensitive
Plans Sociable
Neat Tactile
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Discover
Inhalants such as glue, paint, gasoline and aerosols destroy the outer
lining of the nerve cells and make a person unable to communicate with one
another. Studies have found out that marijuana use hinders memory,
learning, judgement, and reaction times while steroids can cause aggression
and violent mood swings. Scientists also found out that drug destroys
neurons that make serotonin, a chemical crucial in controlling sleep, violence,
mood swings and sexual urges.
1. Exercise- Exercise not only benefits your brain health and cognition but it
can also improve your memory.
2. Get some sunlight- Getting too little sunlight is not good for your brain.
Higher levels of vitamin D in your system allow you to perform
better and can even slow down the aging of your brain.
3. Build strong connection- If you often feel lonely, it can result in
psychological and cognitive decline as these feelings can have
a negative impact on your sleep, increase your blood pressure,
contribute to depression and even lower your overall well-
being.
4. Meditate- It can prevent age-related disorders such as Alzheimer's or
Dementia. Taking a mere 10 to 15 minutes out of your day to
practice meditation could extend your cognitive longevity and
allow you to reduce your overall stress levels too.
5. Sleep well- Sleep is required to consolidate memory and learning. If you
don't get enough sleep, you'll have less brain in your head.
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6. Eat well- Nutrition plays a significant part in your brain health.
Antioxidants and amino acids are particularly important, and
vitamin E can also be beneficial. What's good for your body also
tends to be good for your brain.
7. Quit Smoking
8. Think Positive
Discover
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Explore
Have you maxed out your brain power? Hold on because you are yet to explore!
Directions: Based on Table 2, choose ten (10) of the descriptions found in the
quadrants. The highest number of descriptions in a quadrant is
your dominant thinking and learning style.
1. ____________________________ 6. ____________________________
2. ____________________________ 7. ____________________________
3. ____________________________ 8. ____________________________
4. ____________________________ 9. ____________________________
5. ____________________________ 10. ____________________________
Reflection Questions:
1. To which quadrant/s do you belong? What does this/ do these tell about
you and your thinking and learning styles?
Answer:___________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________.
2: How do your thinking styles affect your learning styles? Give a concrete
situation to explain your answer.
Answer:___________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________.
Criteria Score
Answer is correct; it is organized and complete; it explains ideas; 4
it has lots of details to show understanding of the question
Answer is correct and mostly organized; it has some details to 3
show understanding of the lesson; it explains ideas
Answer is almost right; it doesn’t have enough details to show 2
understanding of the question
Answer doesn’t make sense; it has no details; it has no 1
explanation or ideas.
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Deepen
Your deeper understanding of the topics discussed will help you discover more
about yourself and other people. Now, let us try exercising more your brain by
doing the activities below.
Directions: Illustrate the different ways in improving your brain functions for
personal development. Follow the steps and guidelines in making
the mind map. In three to five sentences, discuss each way you
enumerated on how it affects the brain processes. A rubric will be
used to rate your work.
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Rubrics: Oh, My Brain!
Category
(3) (2) (1)
Organization Student Student displays Student displays
and Neatness displays 95- 80-94% neatness less than 80%
100% neatness and organized neatness and
and organized thoughts. organized
thoughts. thoughts.
Label & 90% of the 80% of the items Less than 70% of
Features items are are labeled and the items are
labeled and located correctly. labeled and
located located correctly.
correctly.
Attractiveness Makes excellent Uses bare font, Uses font, color,
use of font, color, graphics, graphics but
color, graphics, etc. to enhance these may
etc. to enhance the presentation distract from the
the presentation of
presentation content
Spelling/ 90-100% of 80-89% of words Less than 79% of
Capitalization words on the on the map are words on the
map are spelled spelled and map are spelled
and capitalized capitalized. and capitalized.
correctly.
Originality/ Project shows a Uses other No originality
Creativity large amount of people’s ideas and creativity at
original but there’s little all.
thought. Ideas creativity.
are creative and
inventive
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Gauge
Tap on more of your brain power because you’re almost done! Answer the item
below. Good luck!
I. Multiple Choice
Directions: Choose the letter of the correct answer. Write your answers on a
separate sheet of paper.
___1. Which theory explains the existence of the left and right hemispheres of
the brain that perform tasks independent from one another?
A. Brain Dominance Theory B. The Triune Brain Theory
C. Whole Brain Theory D. Split-Brain Theory
___2. Who concluded that the brain has four quadrants?
A. Dr. Paul MacLean B. Dr. Roger Sperry
C. Ned Herrmann D. Paul Broca
___3. Which word best describes Quadrant B learners?
A. Analytical B. Imaginative
C. Interpersonal D. Organized
___4. According to Maclean, which part of the brain controls aggressiveness
and will to survive?
A. Reptilian complex B. Limbic system
C. Brain stem D. Neocortex
___5. What is the importance of knowing one’s thinking and learning styles?
A. You can build better relationships with other people.
B. You can ridicule the learning styles of other people.
C. You can avoid working with other people.
D. You can easily manipulate other people.
___6. Jane loves the outdoors and is not afraid to take risks. Which quadrant
of the brain are these traits found?
A. Quadrant A B. Quadrant B C. Quadrant C D. Quadrant D
___7. Jehane is such a sweet, caring and bubbly girl. To which quadrant of
the brain does her description fit in?
A. Quadrant A B. Quadrant B C. Quadrant C D. Quadrant D
___8. Jean wants to get things done on time and at all costs. Which quadrant
manifests in Jean’s trait?
A. Quadrant A B. Quadrant B C. Quadrant C D. Quadrant D
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___9. John utilizes his right brain more than the left. Which of these
characteristics best describes him?
A. He performs a lot of experiments.
B. He loves to work with numbers.
C. He likes to organize parties.
D. He beats project deadlines.
___10. Juan is left-brained. Which of these activities does he prefer to do?
A. Engaging in mobile photography
B. Listening to classical music
C. Grooving to a dance music
D. Strumming the guitar
Name: ______________________________________________
Year & Section: _____________________________________
Goal/s
Area of
development/
Things to
improve
Time frame
Action/s to
be taken
Resources-
budget,
people,
materials,
etc.
Desired
outcome
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Rubrics:
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Jumpstart
Activity 1:
Figure 1: Parts of the Brain
Parietal Lobe Cerebellum
Temporal Lobe
Frontal Lobe
Occipital Lobe
Brainstem
Functions:
1. Sensations and body awareness: Parietal Lobe
2. Problem solving and movement: Frontal Lobe
3. Breathing and consciousness: Brainstem
4. Vision and perception: Occipital Lobe
5. Hearing and memory: Temporal Lobe
6. Posture and balance: Cerebellum
Answer Key
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Activity 2: Left Brain Vs. Right Brain
Arts Computation Dreams Emotions Facts
Imagination Logic Music Poetry
Reason Rhythm Science Words Numbers
LEFT BRAIN HEMISPHERE RIGHT BRAIN HEMISPHERE
Figure 2: Brain Hemispheres
Computation Arts
Facts Dreams
Logic Emotions
Numbers Imagination
Reason Music
Science Poetry
Words Rhythm
GAUGE
Multiple Choice
1. D 6. D
2. C 7. C
3. D 8. B
4. A 9. A
5. A 10. D
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Department of Education (2016). Personal Development Reader First Edition (pp. 36-
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