Real Readers vs. The Resistant Reader
The article, “The Importance of Real Reading for Resistant Reader”, by Meaghan Hanrahan Dobson focuses on students who don’t read regularly and often fail standardized tests which lead them into intensive remedial classes in which all they do is learn test taking strategies to earn a high school diploma. Most of these students have weak comprehension and vocabulary. Instead of... Read More
The IQ Debate: Is IQ Permanent or is “The Fade Out Effect” Real?
What is early intervention? “Early intervention is a system of services that helps babies and toddlers with developmental delays or disabilities. Early intervention focuses on helping eligible babies and toddlers learn the basic and brand-new skills that typically develop during the first three years of life, such as: physical (reaching, rolling, crawling, and walking); cognitive (thinking, learning, solving problems); communication... Read More
Video Games Are a Blast In The Classrooms
In today’s technology oriented world, it seems that even our educational classrooms have caught onto the wave. Justice Sandra Day O’Connor has become a strong proponent of using educational video games to teach civics. In the article, “Student Question: Should There Be More Educational Video Games In School?” By Michael Gonchler, he cites that Justice O’Conner has recently released a video... Read More