5 Types of Learning-Related Assessments Posted on September 29, 2021June 13, 2022 by qiigocmsteam For parents of struggling learners, it’s sometimes hard to know where to start when it comes to choosing the right assessment. To help you navigate next steps, we’re sharing information about five types of learning-related assessments. While there are other types of learning-related assessments, these are some of the most common. Remember, the most important part …
Back to School Can Mean Back to Homework Headaches! Posted on September 27, 2021June 13, 2022 by qiigocmsteam We’re about a month into the school year and many parents are struggling with homework frustration. It’s not easy to be busy all day and then spend the evening in homework battles. Many parents choose to look for help in tutoring, but this is not a long-term solution as it does not identify the root …
What is personal brain training like? Posted on September 24, 2021June 13, 2022 by qiigocmsteam If you’ve never experienced personal brain training but are curious what it’s like, we’ve got some information (and videos!) for you. The LearningRx experience Unlike brain apps or tutoring, one-on-one brain training pairs clients with their own personal brain training for the entire program. Each program is tailored to the client based on the results …
How personal brain training can make you more productive Posted on September 22, 2021June 16, 2022 by qiigocmsteam Personal brain training provides a unique way for anyone—child, teen, adult, or senior—to boost their productivity. For working adults, this is especially beneficial in a competitive field or where production can affect your profits, client relationships, or chances for a raise. Not sure how it works? Read on to learn more about some specific brain …
Congratulation on 10 Years and Many Changed Lives! Posted on September 15, 2021June 13, 2022 by qiigocmsteam Congratulations to Karen who has been with us at the Savage location for the past 10 years! Karen is a former teacher who has a passion to help struggling students excel! Karen’s first LearningRx graduate, Christian, completed his training in the spring of 2010 and his parents were so excited: “We loved the family atmosphere …
Spotting Weak Cognitive Skills: Signs to Look For Posted on September 8, 2021June 13, 2022 by qiigocmsteam Everything we do in terms of thinking, reading, learning, remembering, reasoning and paying attention requires us to tap into our cognitive skills. According to French psychologist, Jean Piaget, children develop these important skills right from birth and throughout their teenage years in what he calls the “4 Stages of Cognitive Development.” However, for a variety …
Can personal brain training help seniors? Posted on September 1, 2021June 13, 2022 by qiigocmsteam September is National Healthy Aging Month and it’s the perfect time to answer one the most frequently asked questions we get at LearningRx: “Can personal brain training help seniors?” The short answer is “Yes!” Although most adults experience some age-related cognitive decline, learning and brain development doesn’t end when you become an adult. In fact, …
4 Procedures to Train Cognitive Skills at Home (or in School) Posted on July 6, 2021June 13, 2022 by qiigocmsteam Whether you’re a teacher, parent or combination of both, there are procedures you can use to help train students’ cognitive skills. Also known as brain skills, cognitive skills are the core skills our brains use to think, read, learn, remember, reason and pay attention. Working together, these skills take incoming information and move it into …
The Skills Your Student Needs to Live up to Their Learning Potential Posted on June 21, 2021June 13, 2022 by qiigocmsteam You already know your student is intelligent. But maybe this past year’s performance doesn’t seem to measure up to what you know to be their potential. You’re not alone! The good news is, no matter how your student fared this last year, there’s a set of skills they can strengthen this summer to make learning …
New study confirms cognitive exercises boost math skills in young kids Posted on June 15, 2021June 13, 2022 by qiigocmsteam If you struggled in math and worry your child will follow in your footsteps, take note: there’s yet another piece of evidence showing anyone can be good at math! A new large study published in the journal “Nature Human Behaviour” has found that young children who practice visual working memory and reasoning tasks improve their math …