 Brain Fact
The 'generalist genes' hypothesis reverses the
common perception of genes' roll in learning and ability. Rather than saying
that gene X causes problem Y, the hypothesis argues that genes that affect one
area of learning, such as mathematics performance, are largely the same genes
that affect other abilities. In fact, generalist genes are just as
evident at the high extremes of performance as they are for the entire
distribution of abilities and for cognitive disabilities.
- Plomin
& Kovas (2005)
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April Learning Tip
Often, learning differences don't appear
until a child enters school. Learning differences may make it difficult for a
student to read, write, spell, do mathematics or interact with peers. Sometimes these issues don't emerge until a
student reaches middle or high school-when it becomes apparent that the demands
of the work are greater than the student's ability to compensate for
weaknesses.
Yet, many talented scientists, artists,
writers, musicians, mechanics, entrepreneurs, chefs, etc. have been successful
precisely because of their unique
learning differences.
The same skills that enable a student to
compensate for weaknesses can become highly developed in the process. These compensatory strengths can inform
career options once a student gets to choose his or her unique path in
life. It is important that students,
parents and teachers understand and appreciate the value of learning differences (and that everyone has them).
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 Books For Students About Learning Differences
Elementary
School All Kinds of Minds, Dr. Mel Levine The Alphabet War: A Story About Dyslexia, Diane Burton Robb The Don't-Give-Up Kid and Learning Differences, Jeanne Gehret Middle SchoolHow difficult can this be? The F.A.T. City Workshopvideo
presented by Richard D. Lavoie Jarvis Clutch- Social Spy, Dr. Mel Levine Dr Levine teams up with fictitious eighth-grader
Jarvis Clutch to offer insight and advice on the middle school social scene. Keeping A Head In School, Dr. Mel Levine This book was written to help older students (from
11 years and up) understand and appreciate their own distinct learning
profiles. My Thirteenth Winter: A Memoir, Samantha
Abeel High SchoolA Mind At a Time, Dr. Mel Levine Learning Disabilities and Life Stories,
Pano Rodis, Andrew Garrod and Mary Lynn Boscardin Learning Outside The Lines: Two Ivy League Students
With Learning Disabilities And ADHD Give You The Tools, Jonathan Mooney and David Cole Legacy of the Blue Heron: Living with Learning
Disabilities, Harry Sylvester Myth of Laziness, Dr. Mel Levine Click herefor a list of more books. |
Beth Reed, CSS Learning Specialist to be
Keynote Speaker at Spring Symposium
THE POOL LEARNING CENTER'S SECOND ANNUAL SPRING SYMPOSIUM
MOVING TOWARD UNDERSTANDING
April 30, 2010
Marlboro Graduate Center
Brattleboro, VT
Keynote Speaker:
Elizabeth Reed, M.Ed.,
Center for School Success
Research has shown that interactive lessons and play are the best way to engage the brain in active learning, yet movement, activity and experiential learning are not prevalent in many classrooms (PK-12). This presentation will provide information on the rationale for including active learning from a neurodevelopmental perspective, along with practical ways to incorporate lessons that won't detract from "set" curriculum
Presenters: Angel Colford, M. Ed., Special Educator, Vermont Lab School, Director for the Pool Learning Center Laura Berkowitz, M. Ed., Director of Options for Learning Jennifer Stanchfield, M. Ed., Experiential Tools
Download information about the Symposium
The Pool Learning Center provides free tutorial services to students with dyslexia and affordable tutorial services to students with other learning challenges. | |
CSS Summer Courses Announced
CSS will be offering Teaching with Talent , Knowledge and Skill (ND5010) and Collaborative Practices (ND5030) - no pre-requisites and the Role of Attention and Memory in Learning (ND5050) this summer- ND5020 is the pre-requisite for this course. Download a PSU summer registration form.
Click here for a complete 2009-2010 course schedule, including summer offerings. 2010-2011 schedule will be posted in May.
Visit www.centerforschoolsuccess.org for more information as well as course descriptions onThe Neurodevelopmental Approach to Teaching Masters and CAGS program CSS offers through a partnership with Plymouth State University. |
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About the Center for School Success
The Center for School Success, located in West Lebanon, NH, is a non-profit organization that helps struggling students achieve measurable success in school and in life. CSS offers learning assessments (grade 2-college), professional development and outreach services. CSS services help students, their parents and teachers apply recent brain-based research findings to link how the student learns best with a plan for success.
Phone: (603) 298-6700 | |
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