The Truth About Lying
October 12, 2016
What if, every day, you were asked to do all of the things you just weren’t good at—obligations that you found so onerous, you would
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Resources, news, updates, and interesting articles about learning
Class size matters a lot, research shows
September 26, 2016
Every now and then someone in education policy (Arne Duncan) or education philanthropy (Bill Gates) or the media (Malcolm Gladwell) will say something about why class
Practice on Purpose
September 14, 2016
You’ve played that piece of music a hundred times and practiced for hours on end. You’ve memorized every note and can execute it perfectly, but
Do you have a learning disability?
June 22, 2016
Is it hard for you to focus on schoolwork or things you don’t enjoy? Ryerson University and the Child Development Institute (Integra Program) are investigating
Career Coaching with Evoke Learning
June 7, 2016
Students managing learning differences and other demands on their time are frequently at a disadvantage when it comes to guidance counseling. Many students are unsure
Tutoring relieves math anxiety, changes fear circuits in children
May 31, 2016
Individualized math lessons improved kids’ arithmetic performance and made them feel more comfortable with the subject. Anxiety about doing math problems can be relieved with
Pillow Fight: Tips and Tactics for Winning the Sleep Battle
May 4, 2016
It’s been a busy day and you’re looking forward to a long, refreshing sleep, but you just can’t seem to disengage and relax. Your head
2016 Summer Programs
March 1, 2016
Essays: The Final Frontier This workshop will introduce students in Grades 9–12 to an overview of writing and the brain, the general types of essays,
Coaching and Caring are Key to Success
February 2, 2016
High school isn’t easy for students with learning challenges. They often work very hard to overcome their exceptionalities and are frequently bored, discouraged, or anxious.
The benefits of coaching for college students with LD, ADHD
January 22, 2016
by Ruth Bomar In a recent study at a large public university, researchers examined the benefits of coaching among undergraduate and graduate students with learning