tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-356093753792732491Sat, 07 Sep 2024 18:35:41 +0000DyslexiaReadingTeaching StrategiesTeaching AdviceExecutive Functioninglearning strategiesMathMultisensoryReading Remediationlearning specialistLanguage ArtsWritingassistive technologyCognitive remediationMindfulnessGamesReading Gameseducational gamesSpellingGo DyslexiaParent supportVisualizationclassroom strategiesEducational TherapyReading ComprehensionTechnologyWorking MemoryWorking Memory Activitiescognitive exerciseseducational therapistorganizationplanningAccommodationsOrton-Gillinghamtime managementFollowing DirectionsHomeworklearning disabilitiesPlanning Long-term Assignmentsapps for dyslexiakinesthetic learnerslanguage processinglearning stylesmemoryvisual processingEarly literacyEclectic Teaching ApproachReading Speedhomeschoolingparent strategiesremediationAbstract ThinkingInferencesMetacognitionPlanning ProjectsResiliencehigher level languagereceptive languagestrategies for successtutorADHDCollegeFree GamesOrton GillinghamSummer LearningText to SpeechTutoringassessmentdyslexia screenerhandwritinghigher order languagelistening skillspodcastsummer activitiesteaching writingvoice dreamwriting courseAttention Building ActivitiesAuditory processingCollege EssayErica WarrenGood Sensory LearningMain IdeasRANSight wordsTest AnxietyTest PreparationZoomaudiobooksemotional intelligencemath gamesmotivationprocessing speedsocial/emotionalstresstrackingwhat is a learning specialist5 Paragraph EssayAuditory discriminationBack to SchoolBookShareCost of academic supportGritHemisphere IntegrationHemisphere Integration ActivitiesInternet gamesLearning disability diagnosisMidterms and FinalsMultiplesOSMORapid Automatic NamingReversalsSleep and LearningTechnology ShortcutsVocabulary DevelopmentVoice dream writerVoice to TextVowel CombinationsVowel teamsbooks on tapecoursesdietdysgraphiadyslexia testforeign languagesfree screenergrammarinner voicelearninglettersmeditationnote-takingphonicspositive reinforcementtailoring student sessionwhat is a tutorwhat is an educational therapistwriting games12 ways of learning504ACTsActive learningAffiliateAffirmations for studentsAmerican Dyslexia AssociationBrain TrainingCOVID 19Candy and learningCollege entranceCompound WordsCoordinate PlanesEQEsteem building for kidsEvery Student Succeeds ActFactorsGood Sensory Learning PromotionGradesGrowth MindsetIEPInquiry Based instructionInterviewsKeyboardingLearning AllyLearning CenterLeast Common MultiplesLiterary termsMPowerMind MapsModMathMoneyMonsterMultiple Choice StrategiesMuseNY state testsNancy Platt DawudOCROrder of OperationsParts of speechPenmanshipPhotoMathPrepositionsQuantitative ReasoningReading Focus CardSATsSelf calming techniqueSelf-EsteemShow Don't TellSpatial SkillsState testsStrategies for calming downStudents empowerment strategiesTeacher Assessment CycleTypingWord CollagesWord FindingWord RetrievalWriggle WritingZone of Proximal DevelopmentZoom annotationsadvocacyalphabetizingart schoolsattentionbrain foodbuild confidence for studentscalming strategies for studentschecklistcolor overlayscomprehensioncritical thinkingdopaminedyseideticdysphoneticeclectic learning profileediting checklisteducational psychologyemotional help for studentsexpressive languagefocusing techniques for studentsfractionsfree dyslexia screenerimpairment of written languageimplied meaningindividual needsjuvenile delinquencyknowledgelearning specialist coursesletters numbers and shapesmeditations for studentsmental mathmetalinguistic skillsmetronomemistakesmultiplicationoopsy doodlesopt out of state testopting out of state testsphonemesphonemicpositive learning environmentspredicting outcomesprocrastinationreading stamina dyslexiaroutinesschool meetingsself advocacysensory processingsnackssocial mediastate testingstudentsummer slidesupport grouptactiletask cardsthesaurusvisual trackingworkshopzen tableDr. Erica Warren offers a friendly and informative place where teachers, parents and therapists can find expert advice, multisensory strategies and mindful teaching materials. Find all her resources, at www.goodsensorylearning.comhttps://learningspecialistmaterials.blogspot.com/noreply@blogger.com (Dr. Erica Warren)Blogger397125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-356093753792732491.post-562131967381999020Sun, 28 Mar 2021 17:38:00 +00002021-03-28T13:38:13.229-04:00Reading ComprehensionReading Remediationreading stamina dyslexiaBuilding reading stamina for struggling readers can be a tricky endeavor.  After a few pages of text, many lose interest because reading is a difficult and cognitively taxing chore.  So what can be done to increase endurance and help learners find joy in reading.What is Reading Stamina?Reading stamina is a learner's ability to sustain attention and effort when reading independently.Why https://learningspecialistmaterials.blogspot.com/2021/03/how-to-develop-reading-stamina-for.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Dr. Erica Warren)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-356093753792732491.post-4318670681019431286Sun, 28 Feb 2021 20:21:00 +00002021-02-28T15:21:16.882-05:00In the classroom, many students are discouraged from using their imaginations or visualization skills, because, in the past, they have used mental imagery to escape the lesson.  However, when kids learn how to take the reins of their imagination and tame their mind's eye, they can use mental images as well as their inner voice to drop into the teachable moment.What is Visualization?https://learningspecialistmaterials.blogspot.com/2021/02/why-visualization-skills-offer-key.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Dr. Erica Warren)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-356093753792732491.post-4378951160825108829Sun, 31 Jan 2021 17:41:00 +00002021-01-31T13:33:49.911-05:00Many students that struggle with auditory processing weaknesses can be irritating to teachers and family members because they just don't seem to pay attention or follow verbal directions.  In addition, when these struggling learners attempt to follow through with directives, they may miss sequence tasks, leave out steps altogether, or they may completely misunderstand or misinterpret what https://learningspecialistmaterials.blogspot.com/2021/01/how-can-auditory-processing-be-improved.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Dr. Erica Warren)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-356093753792732491.post-6522578947813562819Thu, 14 Jan 2021 21:42:00 +00002021-06-21T10:59:30.393-04:00Although it may appear that a child or student is not paying attention or listening, sometimes it has nothing to do with that.  In addition, it may not be an issue of effort or intellect, rather they may be lost in a world of words that are difficult to process and understand.  What is Auditory Processing?Auditory processing involves the cognitive functions that recognize, https://learningspecialistmaterials.blogspot.com/2021/01/what-is-auditory-processing-and-how-can.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Dr. Erica Warren)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-356093753792732491.post-1410665172517149376Sun, 06 Dec 2020 18:14:00 +00002021-01-30T14:09:19.302-05:00visual processingworkshopVisual processing is one of many complex cognitive tasks that allows us to make sense of images we perceive through our eyes.  Although it appears to be an effortless process, it requires a number of different skills that work in tandem.  How is Vision and Visual Processing Different?Many people think that vision and visual processing are one in the same thing.  However, they https://learningspecialistmaterials.blogspot.com/2020/12/how-to-help-students-with-visual.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Dr. Erica Warren)0Putnam Valley, NY, USA41.3423559 -73.8491353-13.281866116866681 -144.1616353 90 -3.5366353000000004tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-356093753792732491.post-511487802149712485Thu, 22 Oct 2020 17:23:00 +00002020-12-06T13:18:03.331-05:00Working MemoryWorking Memory ActivitiesDid you know that a strong working memory is one of the best indicators of academic success?  In contrast, those that struggle with a weak working memory often find learning, accessing prior knowledge, and solving problems in their mind challenging. So what is working memory all about?What is Working Memory?Working memory is like a mental sketchpad and guiding voice that allows us to solve https://learningspecialistmaterials.blogspot.com/2020/10/how-to-improve-working-memory-in.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Dr. Erica Warren)0Putnam Valley, NY, USA41.3423559 -73.849135313.032122063821156 -109.0053853 69.65258973617884 -38.6928853tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-356093753792732491.post-1081354206092149821Mon, 21 Sep 2020 16:10:00 +00002021-01-01T16:07:21.361-05:00visual processingvisual trackingMany struggling readers have a difficult time making sense of text because they lose their place on the page.  In addition, some find it challenging for their eyes to track from one line of text to the next, and they often read the same line, again and again.  Skipping over words, or even missing a line of text altogether is not uncommon.  As you can imagine this could have a https://learningspecialistmaterials.blogspot.com/2020/09/how-to-quickly-improve-visual-tracking.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Dr. Erica Warren)0Putnam Valley, NY, USA41.3423559 -73.849135313.032122063821156 -109.0053853 69.65258973617884 -38.6928853tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-356093753792732491.post-8912672202007136300Thu, 10 Sep 2020 13:00:00 +00002021-07-29T16:56:36.132-04:00educational therapistEducational Therapylearning specialisttutorTutoringFinding the best online, learning resources can be a challenge.  There is an overwhelming number of sites, apps, and products, and finding the best ones can be a time-consuming chore.  Having been an educational therapist and learning specialist for the past twenty years, I continually scour the internet for the best resources, and I would love to share with you some of my favorites!My https://learningspecialistmaterials.blogspot.com/2020/09/what-resources-are-best-for-online.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Dr. Erica Warren)0Putnam Valley, NY, USA41.3423559 -73.8491353-15.586822892394991 -144.1616353 90 -3.5366353000000004tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-356093753792732491.post-6942646680050112642Mon, 17 Aug 2020 16:15:00 +00002020-09-02T13:24:17.897-04:00dopaminelearning strategiesTeaching AdviceTeaching StrategiesWouldn't it be great if a teacher's actions triggered neurotransmitters in the brains of their students that improved attention, motivation, and learning at large?  Many would say that this idea sounds like a science fiction novel, but, in fact,  it's not far from the truth. What Role do Neurotransmitters Have in the Learning Process?Countless chemical messengers called https://learningspecialistmaterials.blogspot.com/2020/08/how-can-teachers-trigger-dopamine-and.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Dr. Erica Warren)0Putnam Valley, NY, USA41.3423559 -73.8491353-10.730804707113414 -144.1616353 90 -3.5366353000000004tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-356093753792732491.post-1604962650248320074Wed, 29 Jul 2020 20:34:00 +00002020-09-02T13:24:03.030-04:00Teaching AdviceTeaching StrategiesTechnologyZoomZoom annotationsWhen working with students online using Zoom, it can be frustrating and messy when trying to write out lessons with your mouse. Although Zoom does offer a great typing tool, when doing math problems or drawing an image or diagram that requires a less linear approach there are better options out there.How Can You Use an iPad During Zoom?A great way to write and draw neatly on a Zoom session is to https://learningspecialistmaterials.blogspot.com/2020/07/how-to-quickly-and-easily-write-neatly.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Dr. Erica Warren)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-356093753792732491.post-5273793185950201009Mon, 13 Jul 2020 12:00:00 +00002020-08-25T17:18:02.670-04:00Executive FunctioningTeaching StrategiesZoomHave you been looking for a supportive community to help you manage the academic and emotional needs of kids?  Are you an educator or parent that has questions about the best schooling options?Perhaps you would like to learn more about topics such as executive functioning, dyslexia support, serving the needs of struggling students, remedial methods, and more. Dear friends:I hope you arehttps://learningspecialistmaterials.blogspot.com/2020/07/informative-zoom-presentations-and.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Dr. Erica Warren)0Putnam Valley, NY, USA41.3423559 -73.8491353-7.2104324817205594 -144.1616353 89.895144281720562 -3.5366353000000004tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-356093753792732491.post-5154966540806804949Tue, 30 Jun 2020 21:38:00 +00002020-07-11T14:08:08.903-04:00Mathmath gamesReadingsummer activitiesSummer Learningsummer slideWhether your child sprinted towards the finish line or limped over it, they’re done with the 2019-2020 school year - Congratulations!  So, how do we now manage the summer months to accommodate for academic losses and remediate any learning difficulties?This guest blog is by my colleague, best friend, and amazing educational therapist, Nancy Platt Dawud. She was so gracious to share some https://learningspecialistmaterials.blogspot.com/2020/06/what-are-best-2020-summer-resources-for.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Dr. Erica Warren)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-356093753792732491.post-6780455246630871789Wed, 20 May 2020 19:00:00 +00002020-11-26T22:33:21.522-05:00COVID 19DyslexiaCOVID 19 has Changed the World and Education Bustling metropolises have become overnight ghost towns and rambunctious classrooms lay deserted and lifeless. Families who once scattered during the daylight hours into detached existences are now hunkering down in close quarters at home together both day and night. Kids with dyslexia and other learning disabilities are spending all https://learningspecialistmaterials.blogspot.com/2020/05/how-covid-19-can-help-children-with.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Dr. Erica Warren)0Putnam Valley, NY, USA41.3423559 -73.849135313.032122063821156 -109.0053853 69.65258973617884 -38.6928853tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-356093753792732491.post-4151831248246178861Wed, 06 May 2020 19:00:00 +00002020-12-14T23:27:08.048-05:00Abstract Thinkingcritical thinkinghigher level languagehigher order language In order to teach our students to be critical thinkers, we must step out of the traditional pedagogical paradigm where learners are seen as blank slates that are dependent on their teachers and instead embrace and educational climate in harmony with many anthropological principles. Although andragogy refers to methods used in adult education, this approach offers a much better platform for https://learningspecialistmaterials.blogspot.com/2020/05/why-is-critical-thinking-important.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Dr. Erica Warren)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-356093753792732491.post-4578480806424770980Wed, 22 Apr 2020 16:13:00 +00002020-04-22T12:13:00.583-04:00Executive Functioning Although there is no specific diagnosis for executive function disorder, the term is often used to describe the impairment in one's ability to manage their own cognition or executive functions. What are Executive Functions?  Executive function is a term that has become more and more popular in the educational realm as it can have a profound impact on learning. Executive functions (EFs) https://learningspecialistmaterials.blogspot.com/2020/04/what-does-executive-functioning.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Dr. Erica Warren)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-356093753792732491.post-263102598866375364Wed, 08 Apr 2020 13:00:00 +00002020-04-08T09:00:07.848-04:00educational gamesFree Gameswriting gamesZoom A couple weeks ago I wrote a blog entitled, How to Use Zoom in 2020 for Video Tutoring, but this week, I wanted to share with you five, fun, educational games I created for my students that you can play while conducting lessons or tutoring online with Zoom! What are Five, Fun, Free Learning Games for Zoom Sessions? Here are some fun, educational games I created to be played with the https://learningspecialistmaterials.blogspot.com/2020/04/the-best-games-to-engage-students-on.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Dr. Erica Warren)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-356093753792732491.post-6346770996284134341Wed, 25 Mar 2020 13:59:00 +00002020-04-03T20:48:16.797-04:00 With schools closed, children homebound, and teacher's sending lessons and assignments, online tutoring and academic support is at an all-time high.  In-person sessions have been the preference, but with the coronavirus sweeping across the globe, online instruction offers a safe and effective option. What is the Best Platform for Conducting Online Sessions with Students? Although there https://learningspecialistmaterials.blogspot.com/2020/03/how-to-use-zoom-in-2020-for-video.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Dr. Erica Warren)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-356093753792732491.post-5562610512019545576Wed, 11 Mar 2020 20:00:00 +00002020-11-22T20:32:07.043-05:00Active learningMetacognitionMultisensory Many classrooms nurture passive learning by training students to sit still and receive lessons through lectures and texts.  They are expected to acquiesce, listen, absorb, and remember the new content.  Unfortunately, this approach does not serve the needs of all students, and an active learning environment can offer an exciting solution. What is Active Learning? Active https://learningspecialistmaterials.blogspot.com/2020/03/how-to-be-active-learner.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Dr. Erica Warren)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-356093753792732491.post-6799179421248804484Wed, 26 Feb 2020 21:30:00 +00002020-11-11T22:48:44.046-05:00Executive Functioning Most teachers have excellent executive functioning skills, so when they come across students that struggle in this arena, they may have little compassion or patience. For many students, executive functioning is relatively easy. However, for some, tasks that require self-initiation, planning, time management, and organization to name a few, can be an immense struggle. What is Executive https://learningspecialistmaterials.blogspot.com/2020/02/how-to-strengthen-executive-function.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Dr. Erica Warren)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-356093753792732491.post-6287323728009396757Wed, 12 Feb 2020 21:07:00 +00002020-05-01T15:15:08.554-04:00emotional intelligenceEQtask cards Because emotional intelligence is thought to be an important step in realizing one's true potential, it's vital that we develop EQ in our schools. What is Emotional Intelligence? Emotional intelligence, sometimes referred to as EQ (emotional quotient), is one's ability to understand and manage internal and external emotions in positive ways.  It includes stress management, emotional https://learningspecialistmaterials.blogspot.com/2020/02/how-to-improve-emotional-intelligence.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Dr. Erica Warren)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-356093753792732491.post-6211970095714631062Wed, 29 Jan 2020 21:00:00 +00002020-03-01T23:07:17.647-05:00calming strategies for studentsfocusing techniques for studentsmeditations for students With increasing academic expectations, the pressure on teachers to bring up test scores, and competitive classroom environments, more and more students are struggling with chronic stress and anxiety.  So, what can we do to calm students and get their brains in a state for optimal learning? First We Must Understand that Excessive Stress Negatively Impacts Learning While some nervousness https://learningspecialistmaterials.blogspot.com/2020/01/how-quick-hemisphere-integration.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Dr. Erica Warren)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-356093753792732491.post-8751842597804258144Wed, 15 Jan 2020 21:45:00 +00002020-01-15T16:45:03.817-05:00Affirmations for studentsbuild confidence for studentsemotional help for studentsEsteem building for kidsSelf calming techniqueStrategies for calming downStudents empowerment strategies Affirmations are phrases that foster a positive mental attitude and self-empowerment.  They are words that can be said aloud or written around a room to inspire students, and they can become inner mantras that learners can use to support and encourage themselves.  Affirmations are extremely important, as we live in an academic culture that typically points out what students are doing https://learningspecialistmaterials.blogspot.com/2020/01/10-powerful-affirmations-to-empower.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Dr. Erica Warren)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-356093753792732491.post-683293420883849424Thu, 02 Jan 2020 23:00:00 +00002020-01-11T19:51:05.691-05:00Executive Functioningmotivationprocrastination Procrastination is a common problem that parents report when their children are meant to do their homework, but they just don't feel like doing it.  This can be an overwhelming feeling that tempts kids into putting off or delaying assignments that require attention. What Does Procrastination Look Like?   Students usually procrastinate because they do not understand the https://learningspecialistmaterials.blogspot.com/2020/01/how-to-uncover-source-of-students.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Dr. Erica Warren)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-356093753792732491.post-569144350339927234Wed, 18 Dec 2019 22:07:00 +00002019-12-24T17:18:38.663-05:00Dyslexiahomeschooling Finding excellent educational materials when you are homeschooling your children can be a challenge, but when you have a child with a learning disability, such as dyslexia, it is extremely important to utilize fun and engaging multisensory materials as well as cognitive remedial tools that make the learning process both enjoyable and memorable. What is Dyslexia? Dyslexia, a common condition https://learningspecialistmaterials.blogspot.com/2019/12/how-to-homeschool-dyslexic-kids-fun.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Dr. Erica Warren)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-356093753792732491.post-3574501011328807203Wed, 04 Dec 2019 20:00:00 +00002021-01-02T20:32:23.297-05:00handwritingteaching writingWritingwriting course How I love to get challenging and difficult students, because they always help me to grow and find new, exciting pathways to learning. For the past few months, I have been working with a discouraged and easily agitated 4th grader that, "hates to write." In fact, he would shut down and spin into a tantrum when asked to hold a pencil. So, what can we do to reach students when they are https://learningspecialistmaterials.blogspot.com/2019/12/how-to-inspire-kids-that-hate-to-write.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Dr. Erica Warren)0