By Joanne Gouaux, courtesy of Scientific LearningFinding our way through life’s tangles and snares can be tricky. It’s easier said than done. But with determination, skills, support and a sense of direction, it’s possible.In the hit Broadway play Hamilton,...
Courtesy of Scientific Learning Manuel and Carol have twin sons who were born eight weeks early and weighing only two pounds. After spending seven weeks in NICU, they came home together but were late to begin talking. 18 years later, the boys are about to graduate...
By Kimberly Vasconcelos, MA, CCC-SLP Courtesy of Scientific Learning “Reading is a luxury,” says Dr. Martha Burns, director of neuroscience education at Scientific Learning Corporation. This is a powerful quote when it comes to understanding the impacts of poverty on...
By Linda Gajowski, M.Ed., MS Courtesy of Scientific Learning “I just don’t get it!” is a phrase some of us may have heard or even used in our lives. Our brains successfully comprehend and utilize incoming information when strong cognitive skills are...
It was wonderful to have the opportunity to attend the annual Visionary Conference held recently in San Diego, California and be recognized by Scientific Learning as a Community Champion for my efforts to make a difference for struggling readers at a population level....
This article reminds me of a book I read some time ago by John Mighton called The Myth of Intelligence. He said it’s all in how well the task is broken down and practiced. Read the full article by James Clear here. What is Deliberate Practice? Deliberate...