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The Importance of Targeted Assessments in Education and Practice In the realms of education and professional development, understanding the unique needs and capabilities of individuals is paramount. Educators and practitioners often face the challenge of identifying specific areas where their clients or students require support. Without precise assessments, it becomes difficult to implement effective remediation strategies that address the root causes of learning and processing difficulties. Assessments serve as the cornerstone of effective intervention, providing detailed insights that guide the development of tailored educational and therapeutic approaches. They help to uncover hidden challenges, understand diverse ways of processing, and create...

Dyscalculia, often referred to as "math dyslexia," is a learning difference that can make understanding and performing mathematical operations particularly challenging. For students grappling with dyscalculia, it’s crucial to accurately identify the specific type they’re dealing with to provide targeted support. The Dyscalculia Type Remedial Assessment is a cutting-edge online tool designed to do just that, offering personalized insights that empower students to overcome their math challenges. The Eight Types of Dyscalculia Understanding each type can help tailor support and interventions. The Dyscalculia Type Remedial Assessment is uniquely designed to investigate these eight distinct types, making it easier to develop effective intervention plans:...

In today’s fast-paced world, many of us struggle with chronic disorganization. Whether it’s losing your keys, spending too much time looking for important documents, or feeling overwhelmed by clutter, disorganization can take a significant toll on our daily lives. As someone who has dedicated my career to understanding the mind and helping others improve their executive functioning, I’ve learned that organization isn't just about neatness—it's about effectiveness. In a recent episode of the Executive Functioning Brain Trainer Podcast, I had the pleasure of discussing strategies to help the chronically disorganized find a new way of being. Here’s a breakdown of our conversation...

Are you on the lookout for a comprehensive and effective solution to pinpoint and address executive functioning challenges in both students and adults? Look no further than the Executive Functioning Assessments available at Good Sensory Learning. These tools provide unparalleled insights into crucial areas of executive functioning, empowering educators, coaches, and therapists to create customized strategies and interventions. The Executive Functioning Coaching Assessment (EFCA): A Breakthrough in Executive Function Testing The EFCA is more than just an assessment—it's a pathway to success for individuals grappling with executive functioning difficulties. It explores the component parts of executive functioning and investigates working memory,...

When considering the estimates that 1 in 10 people have dyslexia and that there are successful teaching methods available for this population, one might wonder why our education system does not have standard practices to identify and help these students. In addition, with the new research suggesting that students with dyslexia also exhibit cognitive based strengths compared to those without dyslexia, perhaps one might consider it to be a learning difference and not a disability. Sadly, without a diagnosis in hand, our current education paradigm dooms these struggling learners to maintain the same ill-instruction. With a Whole Classroom of Students, How Can...