Introduction video to this course:

Hi! It’s Noah and Flynn. Want to stay sharp and focused? We’re showing you some fun apps that exercise your brain with games, puzzles, and daily challenges. Let’s give your brain a workout!

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Why this is important?

Just like physical exercise keeps your body healthy, brain training keeps your mind active. Playing brain games regularly may help improve focus, memory, and problem-solving, and it’s a great way to pass time in a fun and useful way. Not only does in keep your brain active, it also allows you to make friends with certain games, whether that's using a feature in a specific game or just by meeting people who play the same games as you!

Don’t worry though - these apps are simple to use, and we will show you how to get started and build them into your day.

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Brain-Boosting Apps - Video Guide

In this detailed video, we will walk you through how to find brain-training apps, install them, try out games, and keep track of your progress - all in a few minutes a day.

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Step-by-step:

1. Open the App Store or Google Play Store on your phone or tablet. 2. Search for terms like “brain training,” “memory games,” or “puzzle games.” 3. Download a free app such as Lumosity, Elevate, Peak, Wordscapes, or Sudoku.com. These are the more popular apps, but you can check reviews, try a few out and see which ones suit you. 4. Open the app and try a few mini-games to get a feel for them. 5. Choose your favourite app and allow notifications if you’d like reminders to play them or any in-game specific challenges. 6. Aim to spend 5-10 minutes a day playing. 7. Check your stats or performance to track improvement. 8. Try a variety of games to challenge different parts of your brain!

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Just to recap...

Nice one! You now know how to keep your brain sharp with simple, fun apps. Whether it’s word games, memory puzzles, or number challenges, you’re doing something great for your mind.

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Question 1:

True or False: Brain-training apps must be used for hours each day to be helpful.