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Handwriting promotes learning more than typing, scientists claim
A Norwegian team of scientists has investigated the influence of handwriting and typing on brain activity and memory abilities.
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Time visualization: Tool
The D4E1 Timevisualization aid has been developed as a personalized tool to gain insight into:
- what part of the day it is at a certain time,
- which part of the day a certain activity takes place,
- when an action is necessary for activities within a …
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A look at ADHD through executive functions and motivation
An article from Education Community about the interaction between executive functioning and motivation. After reading the article you will better understand where the behavior of a student with ADHD comes from and how you can deal with it.
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How to study best: Seven tips to study more efficiently
In this article you will find seven tips to study more efficiently.
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Seven handy mnemonics
In this article you will first find out where the name mnemonics comes from.
Then we teach you how to build your own mnemonics from scratch.Finally, you will find an overview of the following mnemonics:
- order planets,
- convert lengths,
- layers in the …
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Dealing with weak executive functions
Executive functions are less developed in people with ADD. This is referred to as 'weak' executive functions.
In the article you can read more about executive functions, dealing with weak EF and training EF.
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Learning with the Leitnerbox: Explanation
How can you learn useful concepts, sums or other reproduction knowledge? Active and spaced repetition, also called retrieval and spacing, is crucial for this. How can you approach this as a pupil or student? A good way is to use the Leitnerbox. A …
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What is the best way to repeat learning material?
This article explains the best way to repeat your learning material. You will receive various tips to help you remember the material better.
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A safe environment to make mistakes is essential
In the article you will receive useful tips to create a safe environment in which making mistakes is allowed and accepted.
The accompanying poster contains possible solutions to the statement: 'If I have done something wrong then ...'.
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Homework policy
An example of what a homework policy can look like.
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Teach children to choose consciously
Conscious choice is an important skill to learn.
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Fear of failure!? What can you do in class?
There are children with performance anxiety in every class. What can you do for them as a teacher?
Read all about it in the article, with attention to helping thoughts, solution-oriented working and self-image.
You will also find posters and useful …
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