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Category Archives: Research
A small study suggests that quality digital story books might be as good as an adult
In this article put out by Hechinger report, the author suggests through a small study conducted at NYU that children can have the same level of oral comprehension whether it was delivered by a quality digital platform or by an … Continue reading
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Looking at assessment with new eyes
Please watch this great POPTECH talk from Amanda Ripley….. it’s not just about taking a pencil/paper test:)
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Improving students with every test
Another great post by Annie Murphy Paul. What if every test students take included an exercise intended to help them grow as learners and as people? I’ve been thinking about this question ever since I read an academic paper published … Continue reading
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Reading success test at 3 y.o?
Many thanks to Jed Dioguardi for passing this along this AM! http://www.npr.org/sections/ed/2015/07/21/423260864/the-test-that-can-look-into-a-childs-reading-future I think that this can be a piece of the puzzle, and could see it also making sense for children that have focus issues; as this would be … Continue reading
clearing up working memory
This is a great spot to visit to gain some deeper understanding about working memory….. http://blog.brainfacts.org/2013/05/how-can-we-enhance-working-memory/#.VZHypnD3arV
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The Neurocritic: Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Mid-Cingulate Cortex
The Neurocritic: Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Mid-Cingulate Cortex. A great blog post form the Neurocritic…..
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Brain Based Learning | 10 Most Effective Tips For Using Brain-Based Teaching & Learning
Brain Based Learning | 10 Most Effective Tips For Using Brain-Based Teaching & Learning.
ASCD EDge – A Primer: Neuroscience and Teaching Strategies
ASCD EDge – A Primer: Neuroscience and Teaching Strategies.
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how to parent, brilliantly
I always love these well written pieces from Annie Murphy Paul… there is something for everyone in her work! Some segments that particularly interested me were: Reading Experience May Change the Brains of Dyslexic Students & Students Reading E-Books Are … Continue reading