Brain Finding
Recent scientific findings offer new insight on how the brain really learns. For example, we now have a better understanding of how the brain works during the learning process and under what conditions effective learning is most likely to happen.
Two of the most important related findings about learning is that although we share similar brain structures, learning happens differently for different individuals; it can also vary by the type of task and is influenced by many factors.
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Learning Tip
 The brain is a complex system of connected networks which differ according to each individual's genetic make-up and life experiences, as well as other factors including sleep, physical activity and motivation.
In addition, everyday life issues have the potential to impact learning. For these reasons an individual's learning process cannot be reduced merely to a simple label (i.e., ADHD or dyslexic), nor to a learning style (i.e., visual, spatial or kinesthetic). The truth is we all have both strengths and weaknesses. Many people don't recognize or make the most of their strengths because it is human nature to focus on what doesn't work well for us. Our weaker areas can even hide or undermine our strengths. Download Learning Tip and Resources
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CSS Developing Course for
High School Students
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CSS is in the process of developing a course for high school students and college freshman.
The semester-long online course is aimed at maximizing a student's ability to understand how s/he learns best. The course offers a systematic, facilitated process by which students are able to identify their specific neurodevelopmental learning strengths and weaknesses, as well as the aspects of health and wellness that serve as bridges or barriers to their achievement.
This course is geared for ALL interested students who wish to better understand how they learn so they can be more successful in school and in life. The knowledge students gain through the course will allow them to be more adaptive by working smarter, not harder across various learning situations.
This course will be offered for high school and college credit. The pilot will be run over different semesters (January-December 2013). If you know any students who would like to be a part of the pilot let us know. Click here to view a promotional video of the course developed for potential students. Click here to see a partial lesson.
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Fall Workshops for Teachers and Parents
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Student Success Seminars
4:30 p.m.- 6 p.m.
79 E. Wilder Road
West Lebanon, NH 03784
To Register Call: (603) 298-6700
parents, teachers, community members welcome
1.5 professional development hours offered
Monday, September 17, 2012
Parents' Role in Homework
Fun, Fights or Forget It?
Monday, October 15, 2012
Understanding and Remembering
The Role of Attention and Memory in Learning
Monday, October 29, 2012
Do I Have to Go to School?
The Role of Motivation in Learning
Download a flyer to post!
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CSS Fall Graduate Courses Announced
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Three courses that are part of CSS' Neurodevelopmental Approach to Teaching degree program offered in partnership with Plymouth State University and Southern New Hampshire's Field-based Graduate Program in Education will be offered this fall in Concord, NH or at CSS' West Lebanon, NH location. - ND5000: Foundations in Neurodevelopmental Theory-ONLINE
(9/3/12-11/30/12) -NO pre-requisite - ND5020: Applying the Neurodevelopmental Approach-Concord
(9/29-9/30, online component & 11/10-11/11)-must have taken ND5000 - ND5040: Using Authentic Data to Engage Students- CSS, West Lebanon
(10/5/12-10/7/12)-must have taken ND5050
Visit the CSS website for a full listing of 2012-13 courses.
Download a fall 2012 PSU registration form
Or contact CSS (603) 298-6700 for more information
Link to an article that discusses why experts are calling for teaching educators about brain science
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CSS To Offer Courses Online
Through Global Classroom
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Starting this fall, CSS will be offering courses and additional professional development services through the Global Classroom on-line learning management system. CSS is especially excited to announce its professional development packages that will include various topics educators can explore and receive 1-10 hours towards re-certification. In addition, CSS will be creating video learning tips and other resources for students, parents and teachers.
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CSS Partners with
Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU)
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CSS has created a new partnership with SNHU. Starting this fall CSS will offer its full line of graduate level courses through SNHU while still offering the same courses through Plymouth State University as well. Contact Vanessa Zurillo at SNHU (800-730-5542 -Ext. 102) or Leslie Williamson at CSS (603-298-6700) for more information.
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Learn More about the Neurodevelopmental Approach to Teaching Degree Program
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CSS has produced a 5 minute video describing the Neurodeveleopmental Approch to Teaching degree program it offers in partnership with Plymouth State University, NH.
Check it out!
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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 evidence-based research findings to link how the student learns best with a plan for success.
Phone: (603) 298-6700
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