You’re never too old to go back to school

18 July 2019

With more people working beyond the typical retirement age of 65 each year, tertiary education is an appealing option for people who are tired of their field and looking for work that is a better fit for them. However, many believe that returning to school after a long hiatus—sometimes one several decades long—is a dream

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Slow Processing Speed and Its Effect on Learning

27 May 2019

Slow processing speed affects many students around the world There are many different learning styles that people exhibit based on how their individual minds work. Some are visual, preferring to read passages, while some others are auditory and better ascertain new information through sounds. Some students complete homework and tests quickly, while others take much

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Irlen Syndrome—The Oft-Missed Cause of Reading Challenges

27 May 2019

Many people have trouble with reading. For some, this is due to a learning disorder such as ADHD or Dyslexia. For others, it may be an issue with slow processing speed that causes them to take more time to comprehend written words and directions. And some never find out what the cause is at all.

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Cellfield and Its Advantages for Children with Reading Difficulties

15 May 2019

When a student has a neurological disadvantage that causes him or her to have difficulties processing written information, the student has an increased chance of lagging behind classmates. Reading is essential in nearly every class and subject in school to comprehend instructions and course material, with most people agreeing that reading is the most important life

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