MMLM EP 6: How Incorporating Movement in the Classroom at ALL Ages is a Game-Changer

In this episode of Move More, Learn More, Dr. Widmann discusses incorporating kinesthetic movement into instructional design to improve learning.Dr. Missy Widmann is a nationally recognized educational leader whose work sits at the intersection of educational neuroscience, classroom practice, and, most recently, artificial intelligence. With a doctoral degree specializing in Educational Neuroscience from Northeastern University (Seattle) and over two decades of experience in K–12 and higher education, Missy bridges research with practical application. As education evolves, so does her work. A growing curiosity about the intersection of AI, ethics, and neuroplasticity is guiding her on a new path. As Co-Founder and President of Neural Education, Missy leads professional learning experiences that empower educators to design brain-aligned classrooms grounded in curiosity, movement, emotional engagement, and ethical use of technology. She also serves as a Visiting Professor at Pacific Lutheran University, where she prepares future educators to integrate neuroscience in ways that center human connection, equity, and transferable learning.