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Brain-Inspired Multisensory Learning: A Systematic Review of Neuroplasticity and Cognitive Outcomes in Adult
Evgenia Gkintoni1, Stephanos P Vassilopoulos1, Georgios Nikolaou1
1Department of Educational Sciences and Social Work, University of Patras, 26504 Patras, Greece.
Biomimetics (Basel, Switzerland)
|June 25, 2025
Summary
Learning new languages and cultures enhances adult brain function by boosting neural networks. This brain-inspired approach improves cognitive skills like memory and executive function, promoting lifelong brain health.
Area of Science:
- Neuroscience
- Cognitive Psychology
- Education
Background:
- Multicultural education and second-language acquisition (SLA) stimulate neural networks, enhancing executive function, memory, and social cognition in adults.
- A neuroeducational framework integrates neuroscience with pedagogy to understand how rich learning environments drive neuroplasticity and cognitive adaptation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To systematically review 80 studies on neuroplasticity and cognitive outcomes in adults undergoing multicultural and SLA.
- To focus on the underlying neural mechanisms and educational effectiveness of these interventions.
Main Methods:
- Systematic review of randomized controlled trials and longitudinal studies.
- Neuroimaging techniques (fMRI, MEG, DTI) assessed brain network changes.
- Interventions varied in immersion intensity, multimodal approaches, feedback, and learning contexts.
Main Results:
- Multicultural and SLA induce neuroplastic adaptations, including enhanced connectivity and cortical thickness.
- Neural changes correlate with significant improvements in working memory, attention, and cognitive flexibility.
- Intervention effectiveness is moderated by immersion intensity, design features, context, and individual differences.
Conclusions:
- Adult multicultural and SLA is a biologically aligned approach leveraging neuroplasticity for cognitive resilience.
- Interventions engaging integrated neural networks in rich, culturally relevant environments have implications for cognitive health and education.
Keywords:
adult cognitive developmentbrain-inspired learningcognitive resiliencecrosscultural neurosciencecultural adaptationexecutive functionfunctional connectivitymultisensory educationneuroeducationneuroplasticitysecond language acquisitionsocio-emotional learningMore Related Videos
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