Description
THE FUNDAMENTALS OF EXTRA LESSON
Book Summary
This book offers a deep exploration of the anthroposophical foundations that underpin the Extra Lesson exercises developed by Audrey McAllen. Joep Eikenboom, with over three decades of experience, unveils the spiritual and practical bases of this pedagogical method, explaining how these specific movements act upon a child's internal forces to overcome learning obstacles. An essential work for educators seeking to understand the "why" and "how" of a transformative tool in Waldorf pedagogy.
What is it about?
The work delves into the theoretical and practical principles of the Extra Lesson, a set of pedagogical support exercises. The author analyzes each exercise created by Audrey McAllen, not only from its practical application but from its deep roots in Rudolf Steiner's Anthroposophy. He explains how these movements are not mere techniques, but are directed at the spiritual forces of the body to integrate the student's movements with the rhythms of the Earth and the Universe. The book reviews, explains, and deepens the understanding of each exercise, demonstrating its effectiveness and providing a solid theoretical foundation that allows the educator to understand why they work and how to apply them with greater awareness.
Main Topics
- Anthroposophical foundations of Waldorf remedial pedagogy.
- Detailed analysis of Audrey McAllen's Extra Lesson exercises.
- The relationship between bodily movement, spiritual forces, and learning.
- Overcoming obstacles in child development from a holistic perspective.
- Integration of the individual with cosmic and earthly rhythms.
Who is it recommended for?
This book is aimed at Waldorf teachers, remedial pedagogues, therapists, and teacher training students interested in Waldorf pedagogy. It is especially valuable for those who already know or practice the Extra Lesson and wish to delve into its theoretical foundations, as well as for educators seeking effective, spiritually grounded tools to help children with learning difficulties.
What this book contributes
- A deep and rigorous understanding of the anthroposophical principles that give rise to the Extra Lesson exercises.
- A detailed analysis of each exercise, explaining its purpose and benefits from a theoretical and practical perspective.
- The opportunity to apply Waldorf pedagogy with greater knowledge and awareness, improving the effectiveness of educational intervention.
- A solid foundation for the training and continuous study of remedial pedagogy, backed by the author's decades of research and experience.
Technical Specifications
- Author: Joep Eikenboom
- Publisher: Editorial Rudolf Steiner S.L.
- Language: Spanish
- Subject: Education, Pedagogy, Teaching students with difficulties/needs, Didactic resources and materials for teachers
- Collection: Essay
- Binding: Paperback
- Publication Date: June 2015
- Number of pages: 250
- Weight: 250 g
Editorial Review
This is a reference work for any Waldorf pedagogical professional who wishes to go beyond the mechanical application of the exercises. The value of the book lies in its ability to build a clear bridge between the practice of the Extra Lesson and the anthroposophical theory that inspires it. The author's experience translates into a rigorous yet accessible exposition, providing the reader with the conceptual tools necessary to understand the depth of this method. It is, without a doubt, an essential read for those seeking a more conscious and spiritually grounded pedagogy.