If your student is struggling with ADHD, emotional challenges or both How to Apply It! 1) When students are experiencing emotional challenges, it might appear that they have problems with executive functions (attention, working memory or flexible thinking) s... View More
If your student often forgets necessary items How to Apply It! 1) Use checklists to keep organized and ensure you do not forget anything important, especially on days you might be anxious about a big test or event. 1) Use a checklist for managing your dai... View More
If your student needs help understanding and remembering key vocabulary and their verbal reasoning is stronger than their verbal memory Instruction and Practice 1)Objective: Students will create vocabulary webs to help them learn new words based on similarit... View More
All children, particularly those who are stressed or unmotivated How to Apply It! 1) Helping children create reasonable expectations for themselves based on their current needs and capabilities will lessen anxiety and, over time, helps them develop independe... View More
If your student easily forgets vocabulary words or key terminology Instruction and Practice 1)Objective: Students will learn vocabulary more efficiently through exposure in multiple formats, such as a picture, written as story or acted out. 2) Introduce mul... View More
For all students How to Apply It! 1) There are countless studies that identify the correlation (though not necessarily causation) between academic achievement and musical training. 1) In order to learn and play music, students must pay close attention, deve... View More
If you struggle to choose a project topic or make other decisions Checklist to Pick a Topic 1) Commit to the amount of time you will spend on making a decision. For a short paper this shouldn't be long. For a major assignment you can give yourself more tim... View More
If your student struggles to decode their own work in computer programming How to Apply It! 1) Rarely will a program run correctly the first time through, so it's essential to know how to efficiently debug your work. 1) First make sure you have the instr... View More