An introduction to the RAMSR program. This free short course provides an overview of the program, who it's intended for and why it was created.
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This short free introductory course provides an overview of the RAMSR program including some sample videos and sample activities that you can try with your children.
RAMSR (Rhythm and Movement for Self-Regulation) was developed at the Queensland University of Technology (QUT) by a team of early childhood educators and music therapy/neurologic music therapy professionals. It is a program for young children that aims to support their attentional and emotional regulation skills, as well as mental flexibility, inhibition, and working memory (the executive functions). These skills are so important for supporting learning and wellbeing across the lifespan.
The program is a carefully designed set of rhythmic movement activities that can be done in a group or with individual children. Activities aim to stimulate some of the same brain benefits that learning a musical instrument might provide. RAMSR is based on a number of neurologic areas of research including music therapy, the cognitive benefits of music education, and self-regulation development. Any adult can learn to implement RAMSR activities, even if they have absolutely no music training or background.
We hope you enjoy this introductory RAMSR course. May all your days be rhythmic!
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In this section we will run you through the basics:
What is RAMSR?
What is Self Regulation?
Why use rhythmic movement to develop self regulation skills?
What is RAMSR trying to achieve?
Learn about the two RAMSR programs: RAMSR-O (original) for 3-8 year olds and RAMSR-T (Toddler) for 18month-3.5year olds.
View sample videos showing the RAMSR-O program in action.
View sample videos demonstrating the RAMSR-T program in action.
In this section we provide you with two simple activities you can try with children immediately.
This section provides you with instructions should you wish to pursue RAMSR training beyond this free introductory course.