6 Steps to Help Students Ask Better Questions

Nov 29, 2011 by Sherrelle Walker, M.A.

How often do we teach students how to formulate good, in-depth questions? Use these 6 steps to help boost your students’ ability to ask better questions and drive their own learning.

Sara’s Story: From 6 Months Behind In Reading to the Accelerated Reading Class

Nov 17, 2011 by Norene Wiesen
VIDEO: Watch Sara’s first-hand story of one student’s remarkable progress with the Fast ForWord program when she was his coach.

Creating Safe Learning Environments: How Classroom Management Influences Student Performance

Nov 15, 2011 by Sherrelle Walker, M.A.
Bullies and intimidating teachers can impair classroom learning. Find out how creating safe learning environments can boost student engagement and help students learn better.

Modeling Healthy Choices: Three Habits for Optimal Brain Health

Nov 10, 2011 by Bill Jenkins, Ph.D.
Optimal brain health is influenced by the small choices we make every day. Follow these 3 easy steps to help your brain stay healthy.

2011 Virtual Circle of Learning Wrap-Up

Nov 8, 2011 by Pam Combs

Catch the 2011 Virtual Circle of Learning highlights, and learn how you can increase student engagement and motivation with these helpful resources.

Shaming Some Kids Makes Them Aggressive

Nov 3, 2011 by Bill Jenkins, Ph.D.
Many people believe that kids who are aggressive and violent toward other kids suffer from low self-esteem.  What does the research say?  Read this article to find out.

Of Rats and Men: How Stress Affects the Brain

Nov 1, 2011 by Bill Jenkins, Ph.D.
Did you know that stress can cause physical changes in the brain?  Find out what recent studies reveal about how stress can impact brain function, and how long the effects may last.

Joel’s Story: My Nephew’s Reading Skills Improved 1½ Years in 3 Months with Fast ForWord

Oct 27, 2011 by Norene Wiesen
VIDEO: 'In 4th grade, my nephew was 2 years behind in reading, struggling with decoding and reading comprehension.  After using Fast ForWord products, he was reading at grade level.'

Building Fluent Readers: How Oral Reading Practice Helps Reading Comprehension

Oct 25, 2011 by Cory Armes, M.Ed.

Reading comprehension skills go hand-in-hand with reading fluency.  Learn more about how the two are related, and find out how to help students develop reading comprehension skills by becoming more fluent readers.

How to Encourage Kindergarten Math Readiness

Oct 20, 2011 by Bill Jenkins, Ph.D.

Ever heard of “the cardinal principle”? It’s one of the most challenging math skills for preschoolers to master. Help your child build Kindergarten math readiness skills with these easy tips.

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