I really liked this article and the resources listed so I grabbed it as is for a reprint in my blog. I hope you enjoy it and pass it along to your child's teacher or install the apps yourself. you can go direct to https://play.google.com/store and search for these and other FREE apps! The release [...]
26
Apr
Understanding the 6 Shifts in Common Core Standards for US Public Schools
Common Core Standards – Background Our country has been busy working on creating one common set of educational standards to use as guidelines for teaching our children. Did you know this was happening? Well, if you missed the memo, no worries. I have created this snapshot of what has been happening, where we are presently [...]
29
Mar
Introducing The Graduating Class of March 2012 – Certified Student Transformation Specialists
Susan Keenan email: keenan_susan@yahoo.com I have just completed and earned my Student Transformation System Specialist Certification. Colleen and I worked together for eight weeks reviewing all aspect of brain training of how it works and how we can use the different software programs to help children work to their potential. I had first worked [...]
16
Feb
2 Cognitive Skills that Make a Difference for ADHD
Introduction According to the American Psychiatric Association (APA) 1994, Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a developmental, neurobiological condition that usually presents with severe and pervasive behavioral symptoms of inattention, impulsivity and hyperactivity. DSM-IV Criteria state that these behaviors must be present over a period of at least 6 months, before the age of 7 [...]
19
Jan
5 reasons why intensive brain training may not be the answer
Introduction Brain training is considered to be intensive when your child is working on a brain training program 5x a week for 1 hour at a time. It can be very intensive when your child is working 1:1 with a brain training coach – in person. Brain trainers are taught to recognize when a child [...]
16
Jan
January 2012 – FREE Live Interviews & Webinars
January 2012 Join me on 1/19/12 7PM EST at The Online Association of Brain Trainers http://www.braintrainerconnect.com for a live interview with Gerry Hughes, Cognitive Strategies Expert. He will give you some great ideas to help your child or student remember and understand academics easier. LIMITED SEATING — REGISTER TODAY Professionals and CSTS Grads [...]
12
Jan
How to Decide Which Brain Training Program is Right for Your Child
Introduction One of the most popular questions that I am asked by both parents and professionals is "Which brain training program should I use?" When you look at the top 2 programs on the market, BrainSkills and BrainWare Safari, it can be a bit overwhelming and confusing. Upfront, I am letting you know that one [...]
05
Jan
4 Kindle Fire Apps that Can Help Your Child Learn
With all the hype about the iPAD in the classroom, I thought I would give you some comparable ways to use the Kindle Fire. After comparing apps, the Kindle Fire has just about the same type of apps available. The good news for you is that the Kindle Fire is much less expensive, too. I [...]
22
Dec
Join Me and My Certified Student Transformation Specialists for Q&A Webinars
JOIN US FOR A LIVE Q&A WEBINAR — THE FOLLOWING CALLS ARE SCHEDULED DURING JANUARY, FEBRUARY AND MARCH 2012. We would love for you to join us. Simply click on the url to join our online live webinar on the day and time that best fits your schedule. PLAYBACK FOR THESE OPEN Q&A CALLS WILL [...]
08
Dec
Comprehension Strategies and Resources for Children with Learning Disabilities
Introduction Reading comprehension weaknesses usually stem from weak cognitive skills such as auditory processing/memory, visual processing/memory and/or attention. While you work to strengthen your child's underlying cognitive skills, you can help your child improve in their comprehension by using different types of research-based strategies proven to provide positive results. This week, I am introducing you [...]
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