A Gymnast, a Cursor and a Monkey Named Aurora
May 17, 2011
Read how brain plasticity and current advances in technology have the ability to change the way we live.
Inspiring Students to Dream, Learn and Grow
May 10, 2011
The engaged student is the key to unlocking a world of inspiration and wonder. But what exactly
isstudent engagement, and how can we motivate students to discover the wonders of learning on their own?
Bilingual Babies: Language Delay or Learning Advantage?
May 3, 2011
Do bilingual babies have stronger cognitive skills than their non-bilingual counterparts? Find out, and learn how you can easily build your child’s bilingual skills at home.
Increasing Our Alertness to Caffeine Use in Ourselves and Our Children
Mar 18, 2011
What effect does caffeine have on your child’s developing brain? Read about positive and negative effects of caffeine, and why limiting your own caffeine consumption can significantly benefit your child.
How Learning to Read Improves Brain Function
Mar 16, 2011
Does learning to read improve overall brain function? Read about current brain research and discover how learning to read can improve student performance in other subject areas.
Why Time Matters in Learning
Mar 10, 2011
How important are timing and time in learning?
Find out about current research on “the temporal dynamics of learning” and how that research may soon help educators create optimal learning environments for students.
Improving Reading Comprehension in Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders
Feb 17, 2011Learn why reading comprehension problems are often overlooked in children with Asperger’s Syndrome, an Autism Spectrum Disorder and what can be done to improve reading comprehension skills for these learners.
Test Scores Exceed State Average in 4 Subject Areas After Fast ForWord
Feb 15, 2011Student test scores from St. Mary Parish School District have steadily increased after Fast ForWord and Reading Assistant implementation, surpassing the state average score on the LEAP.
Why Your Brain Loves Chocolate
Feb 10, 2011
Studies have shown that chocolate and love have similar effects on the brain, but what compounds in chocolate cause us to experience similar emotions?
5 Insights from our Recent Brain Fitness Webinars
Jan 6, 2011
Five memorable insights from our 2010 Brain Fitness Webinars series, addressing the brain, reading, and student learning in today’s world.
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