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Aymara childrens' practice of Transcendental Meditation in Perú: A learning history model of parent and teacher perceptions

Fergusson, Lee C.; Ortiz Cabrejos, Javier; Bonshek, Anna (2021). Aymara childrens' practice of Transcendental Meditation in Perú: A learning history model of parent and teacher perceptions. Journal of Latinos and Education.

Qualitative learning-history study using semi-structured interviews with parents and teachers in Puno, Perú, to understand perceptions of Aymara children's practice of Transcendental Meditation.

Year
2021
Journal
Journal of Latinos and Education
Publication type
Journal
Paper type
Empirical
Section
Intelligence, Learning and Academic Performance

Findings (2)

Self Development

  • Semi-structured interviews with parents and teachers in Puno, Perú, using a learning-history approach, identified fifteen themes in children's practice of Transcendental Meditation.

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Academic Performance

  • Parents and teachers linked the practice to changes in academic performance, emotional flexibility, empathy and responsibility.

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