Ignorance is not bliss. As more and more studies suggest that early intervention for the learning challenged will benefit all students in the classroom, educators and policymakers need to step up!
When I was in the 3rd grade I won a spelling bee because I had read the word acid before while playing Super Smash Brothers on my Nintendo 64. What do video games have in common with difficult academic problems?
The regions of the brain responsible for mathematics and scientific reasoning start developing at a much earlier age than kids typically enroll in public school. Some schools are stepping up to do their part!
Studies show that students of all ages consistently lose academic progress over the summer months. Organizations like 100 Black Men are a humongous blessing for both kids, parents, and their teachers!
With early identification and intervention, children with learning disabilities can compete with and even surpass the rest of their peers academically. Some states are stepping up to get students the support that they need!
Why aren’t kids interested in math perhaps because teachers need to get more creative? This school district is considering using computer programming and robotics to get students interested in math!
There is nothing like the smell of fresh baked bread. This inspirational educator is getting students passionate about math and science through lessons in baking. Don’t worry kids. If you eat your homework, you can still blame it on the dog.
When they receive the necessary resources and support at an early age, students with dyslexia and dyscalculia can go on to outperform their peers. We cannot let these children continue to slip through the cracks at no fault of their own!
Why are we waiting for kids to fall behind in school before getting them the help and resources they need? Check out this article to learn why we need dyslexia screening in classrooms nationwide!
Michigan State University is changing the math courses required to graduate. Are they lowering the bar or providing useful alternatives to students who otherwise would not get much value out of the required math classes?
