Developmental Dyslexia: Differences in the Pre-Reading Brain
Jun 26, 2012
What if there were a way to predict dyslexia, so that affected children could receive earlier intervention? Recent research may have found a way to do just that—by looking at differences in the brain before children learn to read.
Girl Brains and Boy Brains: What Educators and Parents Need to Know
Jun 12, 2012
How different are the brains of boys and girls? What do educators and parents need to know about gender and the brain, and how can we best help students learn?
Free Webinars on Brain Health and the Science of Learning – Register Today!
May 17, 2012
Summary: Join us in June for two live webinars: brain health with Dr. Paul Nussbaum and the science of learning with Dr. Martha S. Burns. Register today – you don’t want to miss these sessions!
The Motor-Cognitive Connection: Early Fine Motor Skills as an Indicator of Future Success
Apr 19, 2012We generally don’t consider motor skills development in babies to be an essential element of cognitive development. But is such thinking holding learners and educators back?
How to Support Social Development in Young Children
Mar 29, 2012
A child’s social skills are a compelling predictor of future success, both in and out of school. Learn how you can support social development in young children with these easy to implement tips.
5 Reasons Why Every Parent Should Be Familiar with Executive Function
Mar 20, 2012
It’s not a common topic, but executive function is something that parents should understand. The term refers to working memory, inhibitory control, cognitive flexibility, etc.—skills and qualities that help people succeed in everyday life.
The Mirror Neuron System
Feb 21, 2012
Did you know that there’s a part of the brain devoted to “doing” that starts wiring itself early in development through imitation of the movements and sounds of others? Find out how it works, and the role it plays in early learning.
One Short Month, Five Great Education Webinars—Register Today!
Feb 7, 2012
Our February webinar series focuses on early childhood development, K-12 funding sources, and maximizing the benefits of time spent reading.
Register today!
Poverty in American Schools: What Educators Can Do
Jan 17, 2012
Children from poverty often struggle in school. Our free on-demand webinar by Eric Jensen, author of Teaching With Poverty in Mind, gives tips for helping all students succeed.
Creating Safe Learning Environments: How Classroom Management Influences Student Performance
Nov 15, 2011
Bullies and intimidating teachers can impair classroom learning.
Find out how creating safe learning environments can boost student engagement and help students learn better.
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