HeyJaredDecoding Learning Differences with Kimberlynn Lavelle
These short podcast episodes are full of information, tips, suggestions, interviews, and insights to help make education at home peaceful, successful, and intentional!This podcast is aimed at being especially beneficial to parents of struggling learners, including those with…
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Turtles Can Win with Dr Paul Johnson (opens the original)
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Dr. Paul Johnson’s new memoir, Turtles Can Win: How Learning Differences Taught Me to Run My Own Race and Still Cross the Finish Line, shares his remarkable journey from being a student with undiagnosed learning differences who nearly failed out of school to eventually earning three master's degrees and a doctorate from the University of Southern California. In this interview we discuss:- the book, of course- how labels can shape a child’s identity and future- recognizing learning differences as
Motivational Autonomy (REPLAY) (opens the original)
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To continue with the replays around motivation, this week we’re discussing how autonomy can increase motivation. This might seem like the opposite of last week’s episode in which we discussed how relationships can build motivation. Both are true and a strong relationship with you can help your child feel confident and motivated in the autonomy you give them. Listen in to this week’s podcast episode and then let me know your thoughts!
Motivation and Relationships (REPLAY) (opens the original)
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Last week I replayed “Motivation Killers” and now I’ll begin replaying the “what do we do about?” episodes, full of ideas to build motivation and increase your child’s love of learning! To start us off, listen in to how Motivation impacts relationships!
Motivation Killers (REPLAY) (opens the original)
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The start of the school year is here or around the corner, depending on where you live. Every school year, children often wind up losing more and more of their intrinsic motivation to learn, even while their teachers are putting forth immense effort to engage them and entice them into learning. This week I’m replaying an old episode. It’s one of my favorites because besides hearing from numerous people that it was very impactful for them, I know I personally need to reflect and remind myself of
Explanations, Never Excuses (opens the original)
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One thing I often hear discussed is whether a child “needs” a particular accommodation. Another common discussion is around whether a label is beneficial or harmful to a child. There is a lot of challenging nuance in both of these. Listen in to this week’s podcast to hear some of my thoughts on the topic. Then, hit reply and let me know your thoughts!
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