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How Do Anaphoric Expressions Impact Reading Comprehension?
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When students have trouble comprehending a text they are reading, it could be due to confusion about anaphoric expressions. Anaphora is when one word or phrase stands for, or refers to, another word or phrase in a text. A reader may have trouble following what a simple term like “it” ... Read More
What is Dyslexia?
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The International Dyslexia Association defines Dyslexia as: A specific learning disability that is neurological in origin. It is characterized by difficulties with accurate and fluent word recognition and by poor spelling and decoding abilities. These difficulties typically result from a deficit in the phonological component of language that is often unexpected ... Read More
The Coalition for Science After School and Enrichment Teaching
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My Learning Springboard is proud to be a member of The Coalition for Science After School, which "envisions the day when young people from all backgrounds have access to high-quality science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) learning beyond the classroom." The mission is to coordinate and mobilize community stakeholders to strengthen ... Read More
School Admissions Isn’t a Linear Process, It’s a Human One
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In New York City, it’s buzzing with the frenzy of K-12 school applications. The fall begins a pilgrimage of parents from every part of the city and from every background swarming on independent and select public schools and charter schools for tours and open houses. Parents are eager to figure ... Read More
Taking Control of the Application Process from Preschoolers to Interns
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During this fall season, my team and I are busy supporting students and families as they prepare for a variety of school and career transitions. Preschoolers are preparing for the kindergarten entrance process; fifth graders are preparing for the middle school transition; eighth graders are preparing for the high school ... Read More