Information, Opinion, and Personal Stories on Language and Learning
Sunday, June 24, 2018
The Science of Hearing
This is a great animated Ted Talk - suitable for kids. As a speech language pathologist, I minored in hearing science. It is intricately connected with speech and language - and is important in learning. I like to educate students with phonological deficits on the physiology of hearing. I can then explain to them that their hearing is fine - but there is a "glitch" in the pathways from the ear to the brain.
Sunday, June 17, 2018
Dyslexia and Anxiety
It's not uncommon for a student with dyslexia to experience anxiety. My students often talk with me about it - but don't always connect it with the struggles they encounter with their learning difficulties.
Dyslexia and Anxiety: What You Need to Know
Dyslexia and Anxiety: What You Need to Know
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