Perceptual motor programs continue to be used in Australian schools despite evidence showing they do not influence academic learning. Brain Gym[R] is one perceptual motor program that is used in schools in Australia and overseas. There is little evidence to support the claims made about the benefits of Brain Gym[R]; its theoretical underpinning…

The author states that, although many recently developed theories in special education have not yet been confirmed by research, techniques derived from them are being used in teaching children with learning disabilities. (Author/BD)