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January 30, 2015
Sensory Processing Disorder
Financial Help for Families in Need of Therapy for SPD #spd
Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD) is a neurological condition that muddles the sufferer’s reactions to and experiences of sensations. SPD usually results in difficulties in social behavior, emotion, and behavior. The…
Dyscalculia
A New Way To Look At Math #dyscalculia
Students in New York are interacting with a new curriculum in schools called “Engage New York.” For many students, this new curriculum is opening entire new ways of thinking through…
January 29, 2015
Sensory Processing Disorder
Lack Of Empathy May Be Caused By Social Stress #spd #autism
Individuals within the autism spectrum have a comparatively diminished capacity for empathy. The study discussed in this article explores how capacity for empathy can be increased in an individual by…
Dyscalculia
It Pays to Think You’re Good at Math, Even If You Aren’t #dyscalculia
New research is showing multiple types one mathematical abilties, and one in particular might surprise you. You may not realize that “confidence” in your mathematical abilities is, in fact, already…
January 28, 2015
Sensory Processing Disorder
What Everyone Should Know About Sensory Processing Disorder #spd
This article was about sensory processing disorder (SPD), a disorder where people’s brains have trouble receiving and processing sensory information. Besides giving a brief explanation of what SPD is, this…
Dyscalculia
Educators give sample math units mixed reviews #dyscalculia
Illinois is attempting to help its teachers face the transition to the new Common Core standards in math, by issuing sample lesson plans. Unfortunately, many teachers and school districts complain,…
January 27, 2015
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Reading clinic brings awareness to dyslexia via #dyslexia
Dyslexia is a disorder that affects ten to fifteen percent of the population, but most of those students receive no help or diagnosis for their disorder. Rahmanda Campbell, founder and…
Dyscalculia
New Digital Math Techbook Incorporates Inquiry-Based Learning #dyscalculia
The leader of digital textbook content, Discovery Education, has released a new math “Techbook” to aid students and teachers in the classroom. According to the company, the new “techbook” can…
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Detective Neal Gardner speaks with Wilson students about dyslexia via #dyslexia
It is hugely important that children with learning disorders see examples of adults with the same disorders, who are succeeding in their life dreams. Wilson Elementary School in Pampa, TX…
