TEACHING FROM THE INSIDE OUT: CORTICAL CIRCUITS TO INNER SILENCE: NEUROEDUCATION IN YOGIC LEARNING ENVIRONMENTS

Abstract

The intersection of neuroscience, psychology, and pedagogy has created neuroeducation—a transdisciplinary approach that aims to maximize learning by understanding brain function. In this article, an attempt is made to investigate the implementation of the principles of neuroeducation within yogic learning spaces, conventionally based on ancient Indian philosophical and spiritual frameworks. Yogic education focuses on self-discovery, inner balance, and all-around growth, frequently including practices like asana, pranayama, dhyana (meditation), and moral observances. By integrating insights from modern neuroscience—particularly in areas related to neuroplasticity, attention regulation, emotional processing, and self-awareness—yogic education can be revitalized for contemporary learners. We start with an introduction to neuroeducation, its key principles and applicability to 21st-century education. Next introduce the philosophical and pedagogical underpinnings of yogic education and its specific contribution to embodied cognition and affective regulation.