Path Out of Poverty? Education Plus Neuroscience
Jul 14, 2015Research has indicated children who are raised in poverty are at a possible disadvantage for academic success. How can this cycle be broken? Read more from Dr. Martha Burns on how poverty can affect cognitive functions and what solutions are available to help mitigate its long term effects.
4 New Research Findings About Autism
Apr 21, 2015With 1 in 68 children being diagnosed with autism, what are some of the latest research findings on autism? What are some of the interventions that might be effective in children with autism? Take a look as Dr. Martha Burns explores 4 new research findings on autism.
How Learning A New Language Actually Rewires the Brain
Feb 17, 2015How can learning a new language rewire the brain? Take a look at the latest research into how the brain responds when learning a new language and how this has the potential to impact lifelong learning and cognitive control.
Inside the Brain of a Struggling Reader [Infographic]
Sep 16, 2014When a child struggles to read, we look to factors such as socioeconomic status or access to books. But brain differences are also part of the equation and should not be overlooked.
Keep Learning This Summer - Four Must-Watch Webinars for Teachers
Jun 10, 2014School’s out for summer! While it’s a great time to relax and reset before the start of the next school year, it’s also a great time to catch up on professional development. This summer, check out some of Scientific Learning’s most popular webinars on brain science topics to help your students.
How to Tell When Neuroscience-Based Programs are Well-Developed
Mar 25, 2014Many technology programs claim to improve brain function, including memory and attention skills. How can you get through all the hype and determine which brain exercises incorporate the important design features that have been shown to be effective?
Smarten Up! Three Facts About the Learning Brain
Mar 11, 2014Right vs. Left Brained + Autism, APD, ADHD Neuroscience and More
Feb 4, 2014Our annual Visionary Conference for clinical providers takes place February 21-22, and like last year, the conference is open to anyone interested in attending. Get all the info on speakers and sessions here!
Auditory Processing Disorder Interventions: How Do They Work?
Nov 5, 2013Auditory processing disorders can be traced to specific regions of the brain, especially regions of the brainstem. Find out how targeted auditory processing disorder interventions result in better listening skills and improved brainstem response to speech.
Why Auditory Processing Disorders Are Hard to Spot
Oct 29, 2013Your most struggling student just isn’t listening – again. But could there be more to it? Auditory processing disorders can look a lot like inattention, and it’s not easy to tell the difference. Why is it so hard to figure out what’s going on?
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