Executive function is a framework for understanding every student’s own combination of strengths and challenges. These strengths and challenges...
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Looking to boost your students’ executive function abilities outside of the classroom? Head to the tennis court! A study conducted by...
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Many myths surrounding ADHD are potentially harmful to students, including the idea that kids with ADHD “just can’t pay attention.” While...
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Students who have struggled in school, whether they have a diagnosed learning difference or not, often struggle to keep working when they face a...
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Students who have trouble getting their schoolwork done are often told that they just need more willpower. But increasing willpower is difficult...
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Students with dyslexia often find it difficult to summon the motivation to complete tasks. To help bolster motivation, I have assembled links to...
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We all know that people with ADHD can have a hard time getting motivated to complete tasks. Using executive function strategies, like those found...
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Have you ever asked your students, “Who are you as a student?” It’s a tough question, and chances are your students will...
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Why do schools assign summer reading? If you ask the typical teenager, they might accuse their teachers of some pretty sinister motives. The truth...
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One thing that every student with learning differences — especially ADHD — has heard 1 million times is some variation on the sentiment...
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This is the second half of William Warren’s story on joining SMARTS. Check out Part 1 here. “Now, back to my story. I’m at the...
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This is the second half of Lily Corman Penzel’s story on joining SMARTS. Check out Part 1 here. “I don’t know how many of you in this...
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