Yoga Education Improves Planning Skills
Author Information
Author(s): Rangan R, Bhat H R, Ramachandra G
Primary Institution: Swami Vivekananda Yoga Anusandhana Samsthana, Bangalore, India
Hypothesis
Can a Yoga-based education system be shown to meet the challenge of developing planning skills compared to a Modern Education System?
Conclusion
The study suggests that while both education systems improve planning and execution skills, the Gurukula Education System is more effective.
Supporting Evidence
- Both education systems improved planning and execution abilities.
- The GES group showed greater improvement in planning skills compared to the MES group.
- Significant differences were found in execution time and planning time between the two groups.
- Yoga practices in GES may enhance cognitive functions related to planning.
Takeaway
Kids who learn in a yoga school get better at planning than those in a regular school.
Methodology
The study compared planning and executive abilities of boys in two schools using the Tower of London test before and after an academic year.
Potential Biases
Potential bias in matching students and the lack of blinding in assessments.
Limitations
The study did not use a randomized control trial design, which could have strengthened the findings.
Participant Demographics
Forty-nine boys aged 11 to 13 from each of two residential schools, matched for age and socio-economic status.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p<0.001
Statistical Significance
p<0.001
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