When we think about learning and behavior, executive function skills often come to mind: planning, organizing, shifting between tasks, and controlling impulses. These are the skills that help students manage the process of learning. Central coherence is different, but equally important. It’s the ability to take in many pieces of information, connect them, and see […]
School environments regularly challenge students to undertake a plethora of tasks that require their utmost attention and ability. One such task that may seem mundane yet is of utmost importance is the ability to copy words or texts efficiently. This skill, though often overlooked, plays a significant role in the academic performance and daily life […]
Graphic Organizers for Students with Learning Disabilities Are you familiar with the use of graphic organizers? As students progress through the educational system, academic demands begin to increase with higher order skills and advanced concepts. Students with learning disabilities are at risk for falling behind and may require explicit instruction to assist with comprehending text […]
Have you ever heard of the SNARC effect? I had not, so when I read about it in a research article I decided to find out more information. SNARC stands for spatial-numerical association of response codes. The SNARC effect is when someone is presented with smaller numbers people respond faster with the left hand and when […]
The Canadian Journal of Occupational Therapy published a research review on the effects of technology use to support written productivity in children with learning disabilities. A search revealed 27 papers that met inclusion criteria. The evidence in favor of using technology to support written productivity was a moderately low level and inconclusive. Trends did suggest a positive influence […]