by darleen | Oct 5, 2021 | Personalized Learning, Strengths
The last article was about the benefits and effectiveness of focusing on solutions rather than blaming and punishing. Here is an example of how this might work between a parent and child. Let’s say your child isn’t turning in homework. A blame-focused approach...
by darleen | Sep 29, 2021 | Personalized Learning, Strengths
Whether you are a teacher in the classroom, a tutor, or a parent-teacher at home, your basic job is to coach your child or student toward successful learning experiences and nurture the eager, self-directed learner in your child or student. Athletic coaches understand...
by darleen | May 5, 2021 | Learning Styles
Marcy stared at the worksheet on her desk and sighed. She just couldn’t figure out her homework instructions. Her mom told her to read the instructions again, although this never helped. Eventually, as usual, her mom ended up explaining what needed to be done. Every...
by darleen | Feb 5, 2021 | Personalized Learning, Reading
If your child is having trouble learning to read, it means that child is either not developmentally ready or is not a print learner or both. Please, don’t jump to labels – like learning disability or dyslexia. And please don’t force it. That will...
by darleen | Jan 25, 2021 | Learning Styles, Personalized Learning, Strengths
Personalized learning allows all students to have a customized learning experience that leverages their strengths and interests, and accommodates their distinct learning needs. All students thrive when their unique aspirations, gifts, and cultural backgrounds are...