4 Little-Known Facts about Poverty and the Brain (And What Educators Can Do about Them)
Sep 18, 2019
Many educators at Title 1 schools are increasingly implementing brain-based teaching and learning. What do Title 1 educators need to know about the impact of poverty on the brain? More importantly, how should school leaders apply brain-based learning to teaching? Keep reading to learn 4 little-known facts about poverty and the brain, plus 3 specific strategies educators can use in their Title 1 schools.
6 Things Educators Need to Know about the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA)
Aug 29, 2019
What does ESSA mean for educators in 2019-2020? As the new school year begins, educators may be wondering what the second year of implementing the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) will look like for their schools. Keep reading to learn 6 ways that ESSA can change education in America.
Teacher Turnover: Why It’s Problematic and How Administrators Can Address It
Jul 25, 2019
As the new school year approaches, administrators might ask themselves, “What can I do so that at the end of this year, all of my teachers will happily choose to stay?” As teacher turnover continues to concern K-12 educators, read about how administrators can address the issue and improve teacher retention.
Differentiation: Achieving Success in a Mixed-Ability Classroom
Jul 11, 2019 
Today’s classrooms are increasingly diverse. How can educators reach every student in the class? One word: Differentiation. Read about 4 ways teachers can meet the needs of a mixed-abilities classroom.
10 Ways Teachers Can Recharge Over the Summer
Jul 3, 2019
Summer is finally here, and you know what that means! Summer is a great time to relax and get away from the stress of teaching, grading papers, and dealing with rowdy kids. From self-care routines to discovering new locations, here are 10 amazing ways teachers can unwind and de-stress over the summer.
2019 Education Trends
Jan 24, 2019
2019 is here already! Let's take a look at what might be in store in education for the year ahead. What are the trends to be watching as we move through 2019?
Building a Foundation for School Readiness for Low-Income Children
Jan 17, 2019
School readiness skills begin in early childhood. When parents work extra hours or come home too tired to read or play, children may not receive enough attention to develop the cognitive skills needed for school success.
Our Top Four Webinars: Summer Learning
Jun 28, 2018
Interested in summer Professional Development? Take a look at our most popular webinars from the last year. Enjoy listening/watching them from anywhere and learn the latest on how the brain learns, reading, dyslexia, autism, and more!
Fast ForWord Program Is Named a Finalist for Two EdTech Cool Tool Awards
Apr 19, 2018
For the 2nd year in a row, Fast ForWord was recognized by The EdTech Awards. This year, Fast ForWord was a finalist in the special needs solution category, and it was chosen as a finalist in the language learning solution category.
The Little-Known Truths About Reading Aloud
Mar 7, 2018
Reading aloud has long been associated with early learners — something to be phased out as soon as silent reading is possible. However, science shows that reading aloud may have significant cognitive benefits even for proficient readers. Continue reading to discover the little-known truths of reading aloud.
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