There are a number of excellent educational apps available for the iPhone, iTouch, and iPad. I am going to try to share some of my favorites with you on a regular basis. Today, I will start with math fact applications. Learning math facts can be tedious and particularly frustrating for some children. Practicing 10 minutes per …Read More
Central Auditory Processing Disorder Defined
Jan 1, 2010
According to the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA), Central Auditory Processing Disorder (CAPD) is defined as difficulties in the processing of auditory information in the central nervous system, as demonstrated weaknesses in one or more of the following areas: Auditory Discrimination: The ability to notice, compare and distinguish the distinct and separate sounds in words. Auditory …Read More
Too Much Information (Can Lead to Worse Decisions)
Dec 20, 2009
The vast amount of information available on the Internet has changed my life in many ways. Most of them are good. For example, if I am in desperate need of a recipe for fudge, or if I want to find out why my clothes dryer is making a squealing noise, or even if I want …Read More
Encouraging A Growth Mindset: A Presentation by Dr. Vickie Schafer
Nov 9, 2009
Recent research by Dr. Carol Dweck has found the importance of encouraging a growth mindset in our children. Children who learn that success comes from effort, rather than from innate characteristics (such as intelligence) are more willing to try harder things and practice until they learn something. This Power Point is from a presentation I …Read More