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This video explains what is auditory processing and how having an auditory processing affects the brain.
This video explains is a brief explanation of dyslexia and how it affects the brain.
Grit is a combination of character traits, such as self-control, passion, and perseverance. Many modern psychologists, educators, and parents now believe it's more important for success in life than good grades at school or an outstanding intelligence. Watch this video to learn more about GRIT.
There are two types of mindsets we can cultivate. One that embraces problems as opportunities to learn, and one that avoids them, often out of fear to fail. People that avoid conflicts can be described as having a fixed mindset. Those who see problems as interesting challenges have a growth mindset. Sometimes we like to switch from one to the other. Students who have a growth mindset make the most progress and find success throughout life.
Executive functions are the mental processes that enable us to plan, focus, and juggle multiple tasks successfully. We can distinguish between three components: 1. Working memory, 2. Inhibitory control and 3. Cognitive flexibility. All 3 are interlinked and influence each other.
ADHD is very common and very treatable. There are very many people with an ADHD diagnosis that live very productive and enjoyable lives. This video explains the basics of ADHD and how it affects the brain. If you visit the channel, there are tons of video resources that can help you navigate life with ADHD.
We will use IXL to meet many of our learning objectives this year.
Duolingo is a free and fun way to learn a second language. I spent a big part of my summer sharpening up on my spanish. I still have a long way to go to be fluent. :-)
With libraries being closed, Epic will give your reader access to thousands of fun and engaging books online. There are even read aloud, audio book and video options.
Khan academy is a great resource for learning Math concepts by watching short videos and practicing the steps. The videos are short and clear. If you don't understand after watching the video, you can ask for help and you are given a step by step guide.
Brains on is an amazing science podcast for kids. It is very engaging and my boys both ask to listen and learn about new topics.
Your kid is too smart to struggle in class. You’re afraid that every time your cell rings, it’s the school calling about your kid. Your loved ones insist your kid is lazy, but you know something else is going on. And don’t even start about the hellish hours you call homework time.
Sound familiar? If you’re raising (or teaching!) a child whose intelligence is hidden by puzzling issues like always-11th-hour projects or forgetting directions right after hearing them, you’ve come to the right place!
I’m Sarah! I’ve been an innovating educator for over 15 years, and I specialize in helping students with gaps in those incredibly important and rarely taught skills we call “Executive Function.” After presenting at conferences nationwide, I realized that the strategies and lessons I teach my students were profoundly changing their lives—and I want to share these same ideas with you!
Your child absolutely can succeed! It will take time, creativity, and a whole bag of learning tricks!
Learn Smarter: the Educational Therapy Podcast is your go-to resource for the parents and teachers of students with different learning needs. We are two educational therapists who are committed to helping parents and educators find easy, simple and FUN ways of supporting learners. We’ll be covering everything from executive functioning to games to feelings to tricks of the trade. Join us on this journey to support your complex and diverse kids.