As a parent to a child with ADHD, you know that you must adapt your parenting technique to that of your child. The way you navigate even the simplest of situations will be different from that of a parent to a child without ADHD. According to Healthline, “Fostering the development of a child with ADHD means that you will have to modify your behavior and learn to manage the behavior of your child.” While medication is a good building block, there are other activities that can be used as a behavioral tool; music is one of them. (more…)
If Supporting Student Passion Is So Important, What Do We Do If They Don’t Have Any?
Guest Post by: Dr. Doug Green, EdD
Every day I surf the Internet searching for resources for my audience of parents and educators. (DrDougGreen.Com) I have found a number of themes that show up often. These themes form the basis of my recent book Teaching Isn’t Rocket Science, It’s Way More Complex: What’s Wrong With Education and How to Fix Some of It. In it I deal with themes like the importance of relationships, personalizing instruction, and the harm caused by standardized testing.
How To Improve Your Study Habits And Mathematical Thinking Using Music
You might think you already know how to be an efficient studier, but if you’re finding it difficult to concentrate or your grades are taking a hit, it might be time to rethink the way you crack the books. Fortunately, there are several simple ways you can change your habits and learn to train your brain to absorb all the important information while leaving stress and anxiety at the door. (more…)