Around the World with the Feuerstein Institute: Transformative Training in Guatemala and Japan
Written by Ruthie Cohen
August 18th 2025
At the Feuerstein Institute, our mission is to unlock learning potential and transform lives through cognitive development. This mission comes alive most vividly in the stories and experiences of the educators, professionals, and participants who engage with our programs worldwide. Recently, we received inspiring feedback from two very different corners of the globe—Guatemala and Japan—where Feuerstein trainings have been making a lasting impact.
Building Bridges in Guatemala: LPAD Training
Discover how Feuerstein training programs in Guatemala and Japan 2025 empower educators to advance cognitive development worldwide.In August, a group from Universidad Francisco Marroquín (UFM) in Guatemala City took part in Basic Training Part 1 of the Learning Potential Assessment Device (LPAD).
Andrea Vargas Rosal, writing on behalf of the UFM training group, shared her gratitude for what she described as a “transformative program” enriched by both the depth of knowledge and the professional dedication of the Institute’s trainers.
“The passion and dedication of the team were evident in every interaction, and it is clear that the mission of the Feuerstein Institute is upheld not only through its methodology but also through the human quality of its facilitators.”
The group also provided thoughtful suggestions for strengthening the experience in future sessions, such as adding greater structure to the sessions and improving interaction through the use of dual monitors. These reflections demonstrate both the participants’ engagement and their commitment to making the most of the training.
Despite the logistical notes, the feedback was overwhelmingly positive. Participants emphasized the value of the methodology, the balance between theory and practical strategies, and the impact of language clarity in an international training environment. The Guatemalan team expressed excitement for the upcoming November sessions, underscoring their dedication to continuing the journey of applying Feuerstein methods in their educational practice.
One participant summed it up beautifully:
“The methodology is extremely valuable and enriching, particularly due to the expertise and passion of the trainers.”
Advancing Cognitive Development in Japan: LPAD Hybrid Workshop
Meanwhile in Japan, the Feuerstein Training Center recently completed a hybrid LPAD workshop led by Lea, one of our expert trainers. Despite the physical distance, the hybrid format proved highly effective, with lectures held online in the afternoon and practice sessions the following morning in Japanese.
Director Midori Nishizawa described the workshop as “a great success”, crediting Lea’s expertise with helping participants deepen their understanding of LPAD and motivating them to refine their mediation skills.
She reported:
“Lea’s expertise and knowledge helped us understand the LPAD and made us want to improve our mediation more.”
Participants have now embarked on the practical next steps, including conducting assessments, recording mediation sessions, and preparing detailed reports. These hands-on requirements are not only strengthening their learning but also ensuring that they can confidently apply the LPAD in real educational contexts.
The workshop combined afternoon lectures with morning practice sessions in Japanese, a format that participants found especially effective. They also committed to applying what they learned beyond the training:
“Lea encouraged us to perform at least seven tests, record our mediation on video, and share it with her (with English subtitles). We understand that we need to submit reports for two examinees, too.”
A Global Community of Learning
From Guatemala to Japan, these recent trainings reflect the universal power of the Feuerstein Method. Educators and practitioners worldwide are finding that the LPAD and related programs offer tools that are not just theoretical, but immediately practical—tools that help uncover learning potential and create opportunities for growth at every stage of life.
As one group expressed:
“Once again, thank you for your commitment to advancing cognitive development through such impactful methodologies. We look forward to continuing our journey with you.”
We are deeply grateful to our partners and participants around the world for their dedication, feedback, and collaboration. Their voices affirm what we believe at our core: the Feuerstein Method is more than a program. It is a movement toward greater cognitive advancement and human potential—a movement that is truly global.