When we think of learning, we often think of reading. Reading is one of the ways we acquire new information, particularly in school. A lot of the work I do with students relates to reading and a lot of the … Continue reading →

Have you heard of an organization called Homeboy Industries? I’ve just begun to learn about them and am fascinated. They provide jobs and training for people getting out of prison. They are located in Los Angeles and run by Father Boyle. … Continue reading →

Last time, I touched on the problems with reading for memorization in preparation for tests. With that in mind, I’d like to explore some concrete strategies that can help avoid studying pitfalls. Here are a few quick suggestions using REVIEW … Continue reading →

Today in education, the term executive function is being used interchangeably to refer to everything from organization and time management to emotional regulation and memory. Yet, how many people really understand the term and all it includes?  Does it include … Continue reading →