The Writing Glitch is brought to you by Dotterer Educational Consulting. Our Founder and Owner, Cheri Dotterer, is the host. Build courage, compassion, and collaboration to help students thrive and grow leaders that transcend a lifetime, regardless of dyslexia, dysgraphia, and dyscalculia, using sensory-motor processing and neuroscience-based instructional interventions. No Pencil Required! We interview teachers, therapists, and parents about how they have seen a transformation in children h ...
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TWG S2 E17: Mastering Number Sense: Strategies and Insights with Jonily Zupancic - CEUS optional
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Welcome to another episode of "The Writing Glitch: Hacking Dysgraphia—No Pencil Required." Today, we're diving deep into the world of number sense, focusing on children, especially those facing learning challenges such as dyscalculia. Joining us is Jonily Zupancic, who brings her expert insights into the often misunderstood concept of number sense.…
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TWG S2 E16: A soldier's journey to defy the odds with a learning disability with Jason Pike
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As we dive into another episode of "The Writing Glitch," we're reminded of the power of resilience and determination. Today, we had the privilege of hearing from retired Lieutenant Colonel Jason Pike, whose story is nothing short of inspirational. Jason's journey began with the struggles of learning disabilities, identified early in his life. Despi…
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TWG S2 E15: Innovative, multi-disciplary approach to education with Jeffrey Benson
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In a world where education is constantly evolving, it's essential to explore innovative approaches that cater to students' diverse needs. Recently, I had the privilege of interviewing Jeffrey Benson, a seasoned educator, author, and advocate for creating inclusive and supportive learning environments. In our conversation, Benson shared his wisdom o…
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TWG S2 E14: Unlock the Magic of Reading through Puppetry with Carol Richards and Linnea Smith
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Welcome to a special edition of The Writing Glitch podcast, where we delve into the fascinating world of puppetry and its role in enhancing literacy skills. In this episode, we enjoyed hosting Carol Richards and Linnea Smith, the dynamic duo behind Richard's Learning Systems. This revolutionary literacy program incorporates puppets, animation, and …
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TWG S2E13: Empowering students in the digital classroom with Joe Houghton
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In this episode of The Writing Glitch podcast, I had the pleasure of interviewing Joe Houghton, a remarkable educator, photographer, and University College Dublin Innovation Academy fellow. Our conversation delved into the evolving landscape of education, particularly in the context of remote learning and the COVID-19 pandemic. Here are some key ta…
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TWG S2 E12: Rolling love into learning innovative game with Paul Zolman
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In this heartfelt episode of The Writing Glitch Podcast, host Cheri Dotterer, an Occupational Therapist and recovering dysgraphic, delves into the transformative power of play and emotional learning with guest Paul Zolman. Zolman discovered an unconventional path to aiding children's social and emotional development through his groundbreaking game …
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TWG S2 E11: Transforming and embracing neurodiversity in the workplace with Katherine McCord
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In today's episode, we leave school and enter the workplace with special guest, Katherine McCord, HR Diversity Specialist. Having disabilities herself, she is sensitive to the impact diversity and inclusion have on long-term employment. She provides actionable insights and resources to support and advocate for neurodiverse individuals. Bio: Katheri…
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How to navigate hyperlexia and generate a profitable business with Hillary Glasser
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In this inspiring episode, we delve into the unique and motivating journey of Hillary Glaser, who overcame her personal challenges with reading comprehension and dysgraphia to carve a successful path in digital marketing and dedicated her business to her mother and stepmother. As a mother of children with ADHD and autism, Hillary shares her insight…
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TWG S2 E9: A journey beyond academic to unlock dyslexia and dysgraphia with Russell Van Brocken
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In today's episode, Cheri engages in a profound conversation with Russell Van Brocklen, a dyslexia specialist from Westlake, New York. Russell shares his unique journey of overcoming dyslexia and details his innovative approach, known as the Writing Method, which has significantly improved the writing skills of high school students with dyslexia. D…
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TWG S2 E8: Learning through innovative solutions for students with dyslexia and visual impairments with Marty Shultz
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In today's episode, Cheri delves into the world of digital solutions for learning disabilities. Joined by Marty Schultz, co-founder of Objective Ed, they explore groundbreaking tools designed for students with dyslexia, visual impairments, and other reading challenges. Discover how Objective Ed's digital curriculum, including the Braille AI tutor a…
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Today's episode is from a masterclass that I presented several years ago. Form Constancy is a visual perceptual concept that impacts letters like b,d,p,q or numbers 2 and 5. The event began by defining dysgraphia. If you need to see images, check out the YouTube channel @cheridotterer. Introduction: The episode starts with an exploration of dysgrap…
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TWG S2 E6: Empowering Minds: Navigating Dyslexia and Dysgraphia with Lois Letchford
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Join us in this transformative episode as we dive deep into the world of dyslexia and dysgraphia, exploring the personal journeys, challenges, and breakthroughs experienced by those who have navigated these learning difficulties. From the very beginning, we set the stage with an insightful discussion on overcoming reading struggles with our guest e…
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TWG S2 E5: Embracing Dyslexia: The Technological Future with Russ Loyd
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Today's guest is no stranger to the world of dyslexia. Russ Loyd has taken his love of technology and dyslexia and merged them into a website that curates all documents about dyslexia. Inside the episode, Russ and Cheri discuss Discussion on the inception and importance of a digital platform for consolidating neurodiversity resources. Russ's person…
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TWG S2 SE: What are HB 998 and SB 801? How are they helping students with and without dyslexia in PA with Jason Ortitay
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Join Cheri on this Special Edition of The Writing Glitch is PA House Representative Jason Ortitay. He discusses the importance of mandating education for writing skills, as many teachers struggle to teach writing effectively. PA House Bill 998 and Senate Bill 801: The interviewee explains that both bills aim to introduce legislation related to educ…
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TWG S2 E3: Creating inclusive educational landscapes that build lifelong learning with Melissa Gill
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Welcome to season two of The Writing Glitch! Cheri and Melissa Gill explore groundbreaking strategies to "hack" dysgraphia, challenging the conventional notion that writing difficulties are insurmountable. As they engage in candid conversation, they uncover invaluable methods to conquer dysgraphia's limitations without even picking up a pencil. Dis…
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TWG S2 E2: Inclusive Pathways: Empowering Every Student with DJ Nicholson
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Join Cheri as she delves into the heart of inclusive education on the Inclusive Pathways with DJ Nicholson. DJ brings her extensive experience in special education and her passion for creating inclusive learning environments to the forefront. DJ uncovers the transformative power of inclusive education through thought-provoking conversations and ins…
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TWG S2 E1: Unlocking Literacy at PaTTAN with Pam Kastner
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In this episode, Cheri engages in an insightful conversation with Pam Kasner, the distinguished literacy lead at the Pennsylvania Training and Technical Assistance Network (PATTAN). They unravel the mysteries of structured literacy, its vital role in transforming education, and the upcoming legislative initiatives shaping the teaching landscape. Th…
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TWG EKS 23: Jonily and Cheri close the Emotional Kids Summit and share your Next Best Step
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Welcome to the last episode of the Emotional Kids Summit - Special Edition of The Writing Glitch podcast. Jonily and I are back for our last interview. Today, we share your Next Best Steps for getting involved with Math DYSconnected. Listen to the episode and join The Companion Course to receive more information about each guest. If you’d like to s…
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TWG EKS 22: Recognizing Signs of Abuse and Fostering Healing for Children with Disabilities - April Tribe Giauque
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Welcome to today’s interview on the Emotional Kids Summit. In this interview, April discusses her journey of learning American Sign Language (ASL) and the importance of communication for her and her daughters. She shares her experience attending a publishing conference where she met Cheri in 2018 and how they connected through their shared interest…
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TWG EKS 21: Harnessing the Power of Horses: Integrating Therapy, Farming, and Riding to Transform Students' Lives with Cindy Frederick-Fulton
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Welcome to today’s interview on the Emotional Kids Summit. Cindy Frederdick-Fulton is an occupational therapy asistant. She owns an organic farm and provides a therapeutic riding program. She has discovered a program that integrates riding and writing and has put her program online. She provides a virtual experience for kids based in the city who c…
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TWG EKS 20: Unleashing Potential in Children with Disabilities through Innovative Therapy with Chaya Gottesman
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Welcome to today’s interview on the Emotional Kids Summit. Chaya is an occupational therapist specializing in self-regulation and school-based therapy and shares her journey and experiences in working with children with disabilities. She discusses her background, which includes working as an occupational therapist, creating her own practice, and be…
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TWG EKS 19: The last character preview from Math DYSconnected, Holly with Jonily and Cheri
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Welcome to this Special Edition of The Writing Glitch podcast. Jonily and I are back. Today, we share the inspiration behind one of the characters in our book, Math DYSconnected. Happy Birthday to The Writing Glitch and Cheri, your host! Listen in every Friday for a new character release. Math DYSconnected will be released this fall. You will be th…
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TWG EKS 18: Inspiring Neurodivergent Children with "Robby, the Dyslexic Taxi"-Lynn and Jonathan Greenberg
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Welcome to today’s interview on the Emotional Kids Summit. Join authors Lynn and Jonathan as they discuss their inspiring children's book, "Robby, the Dyslexic Taxi." In this heartwarming conversation, they share their motivation for creating a relatable story about a dyslexic taxi cab and its creative problem-solving abilities. By highlighting the…
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TWG EKS 17: Empowering Minds: Improving Auditory Processing for Enhanced Learning with Kelly Beins of ILS
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Welcome to today’s interview on the Emotional Kids Summit. In this conversation, Kelly, an Occupational Therapist, and provider of the Integrated Listening System (ILS), discusses the focus system and its benefits for children's learning. Kelly explains that the focus system incorporates decades of auditory processing and intervention research. It …
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TWG EKS 16: Knowledge at Your Fingertips: Valuable Resources for Parents of Children with Disabilities with Christina Kozik
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Welcome to today’s interview on the Emotional Kids Summit. Christina shares her personal experience as a parent of a child with a disability. She discusses how she and her team at Exceptional Lives recognized the need to provide information and support to families in a different way. By leveraging her own love for podcasts and the effectiveness of …
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TWG EKS 15: Nurturing Sensory Wellness: Strategies to Support Children's Regulation and Learning with Heather Hodgins-Chan
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Welcome to today’s interview on the Emotional Kids Summit. One of the key takeaways from the conversation between Cheri and Heather is the importance of providing sensory strategies and sensory input to prevent meltdowns and promote learning. Children with sensory processing challenges often struggle to process the sensory information around them, …
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TWG EKS 14: How can math teachers and occupational therapists co teach with Jonily and Cheri
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Welcome to this Special Edition of The Writing Glitch podcast. Jonily and I are back. Today, we share the inspiration behind one of the characters in our book, Math DYSconnected. Listen in every Friday for a new character release. Math DYSconnected will be released this fall. You will be the first to hear the details by joining the Companion Course…
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TWG EKS 13: Creating Confidence in Math: A Journey as a Tutor Fostering Growth and Success with Audrey Codner
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Welcome to today’s interview on the Emotional Kids Summit. In this engaging conversation, Audrey, a former classroom teacher turned math tutor, shares her journey and unique approach to helping students in math. Audrey opens up about her decision to leave the classroom and her impact as a tutor, not only in her state but internationally. Audrey's p…
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TWG EKS 12: Sensory-Inclusive Homeschooling: Strategies for Supporting Children with Sensory Processing Challenges with Sarah Collins
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Welcome to today’s interview on the Emotional Kids Summit. In this conversation, Sarah, a homeschooling occupational therapist, and Cheri discuss their experiences with homeschooling and supporting children with different learning styles. Sarah shares how she discovered homeschooling as a better fit for her son, who had Sensory Processing Disorder …
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TWG EKS 11: Bridging the Gap: Online Resource for Dyslexia and Learning Difficulties with Maria Chivers
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Welcome to today’s interview on the Emotional Kids Summit. Maria Chivers, the founder of Dyslexia A2Z, shares her journey and the motivation behind creating the website. The Swindon Dyslexia Center had been running for 17 years and had to close down due to Maria's deteriorating health. However, she didn't want to lose the knowledge and expertise ac…
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TWG EKS 10: Understanding and Supporting Neurodivergent Children: A Conversation with Penny Williams
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Welcome to today’s interview on the Emotional Kids Summit. Join host Cheri Dotterer from The Writing Glitch in an enlightening interview with Penny Williams, an expert in parenting children with ADHD and autism. Penny shares her personal journey as a parent and educator, offering valuable insights and strategies for parents of neurodivergent childr…
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TWG EKS 09: Brian was inspired by one of Jonily's students. Find out more.
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Welcome to this Special Edition of The Writing Glitch podcast. Jonily and I are back. Today, we share the inspiration behind one of the characters in our book, Math DYSconnected. Listen in every Friday for a new character release. Math DYSconnected will be released this fall. You will be the first to hear the details by joining the Companion Course…
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TWG EKS 08: Nurturing Confidence: Insights on Addressing Anxiety in the Classroom with Stephen Quinlan
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Welcome to today’s interview on the Emotional Kids Summit. In this compelling conversation, Stephen Quinlan, a licensed independent clinical social worker, discusses his work with anxious children and the importance of addressing anxiety in the classroom. He shares his experience as a therapist for over 20 years, specializing in anxiety disorders, …
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TWG EKS 07: From Fear to Flourish: Strategies for Overcoming Math Anxiety in Students with Allison Dillard
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Welcome to today’s interview on the Emotional Kids Summit. Join us for an engaging interview with Alison Dillard, a math teacher and author of several books, including the upcoming release, "The Math Anxiety Handbook." In this episode, we delve into Alison's journey and how she helps students overcome math anxiety and emotional outbursts. We explor…
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TWG EKS 06: Pioneering Sensory Processing and Emotional Regulation through Assistive Technology with Bridgette Nicholson
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Welcome to today’s interview on the Emotional Kids Summit. I don’t know why it took me so long to reach out to this guest. Today I interviewed Bridgette Nicholson, an occupational therapist. She uses a body-up approach to learning as she teaches assistive technologies. She began working with assistive technology back in the day when you made your o…
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TWG EKS 05: The Transformational Teacher's Guide: Unlocking Potential Through Social-Emotional Development and Faith-Inspired Practices with DToya Dove
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Welcome to today’s interview on the Emotional Kids Summit. DeToya, a passionate preschool teacher and founder of "The Transformational Teacher" shares her inspiring journey and how she overcame challenges in the classroom through a shift in mindset and incorporating her faith. She emphasizes the importance of social-emotional development and highli…
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TWG EKS 04: How can we help students who have dietary issues excel in school Tanisha's story from Math DYSconnected with Jonily Zupancic
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Welcome to this Special Edition of The Writing Glitch podcast. Jonily and I are back. Today, we share the inspiration behind one of the characters in our book, Math DYSconnected. Listen in every Friday for a new character release. Math DYSconnected will be released this fall. You will be the first to hear the details by joining the Companion Course…
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TWG EKS 03: Nurturing Competence, Easing Anxiety: Insights on Promoting Self-Worth in Anxious Children with Edward Plimpton, PhD
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Welcome to today’s interview on the Emotional Kids Summit. In this interview, Edward, a clinical psychologist, discusses his background in studying mother-infant interaction in non-human primates and his shift to focusing on early infant development and working with anxious children after his son was diagnosed with OCD. He shares that his interest …
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TWG EKS 02: Embracing Your Strengths, Passions, and Exceptionalism in Education by Igniting your S.H.I.N.E. with LaVonna Roth
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Welcome to today’s interview on the Emotional Kids Summit. We are opening this summit with our first guest, LaVonna Roth. LaVonna is a Special Education teacher with a specialty in deaf education and Social Emotional Learning. LaVonna, Jonily, and I have known one another for several years. When we were considering who would be an ideal person to w…
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TWG EKS 01: Empowering Minds: Unraveling the Emotional Kids Summit - A Journey of Learning, Support, and Transformation with Jonily Zupancic and Cheri Dotterer
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Welcome to this Special Edition of The Writing Glitch podcast. Every M-F this month, August 2023, I am releasing the Emotional Kids Summit. Listen to the episode and join The Companion Course to receive more information about each guest. Today, I am interviewing Jonily Zupancic. Jonily is the co-author of Math DYSconnected. In this episode, we disc…
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TWG023: The Power of IMPACT on your students with Jonily Zupancic
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Emotional Kids Summit Today Jonily Zupancic and I recap our experience at the Region 10 Summer Dyslexia Institute, Plano, TX. This event happened July 18-19, 2023. Our presentation to the General Session was on July 19th, with a breakout session for each of us after lunch. We took the time to recap our adventure and share what we talked about in th…
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TWG 021: How are you connecting with your teen? with Dr. Cam Caswell
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In today's episode, Dr. Cam shares gold nuggets on how to support your teen's mental health. She says, "When we give ownership, that means ownership to fail. Ownership means you are going to be able to figure this out. I believe in you. This isn't leaving them high and dry. This is saying I believe you. I'm here to support you. If you want my suppo…
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TWG020 Get Linked with ongoing research with Jennifer King
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Jennifer King is the Founder of Dysgraphia.Life. This research and awareness organization links parents, teachers, therapists, and research teams to promote the Science of Writing. This conversation is a supplement to the one on the Summer Camp Summit. Their Mission: Our purpose is to provide information, education, beneficial products and services…
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TWG019 How can you become a professional advocate for kids with dysgraphia? with Marie Lewis
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In today's episode, Marie Lewis shares how her son's life with autism changed her life. She hired multiple lawyers and kept demanding that her son be helped. By the time her son was leaving school, she realized that she could help others advocate for their children. Her background as a nurse administrator gave her a unique perspective on the IEP. S…
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TWG018 Healing through breathing and calming with Tanya English
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My guest today is Tanya English. She is a chiropractor from Iowa who has found healing through not only chiropractic care, as you normally think about it, but she also incorporates other techniques into her practice to support healing without "cracking" the bones. In this episode, she decreases some pain in my back. We also talk about the reticular…
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TWG 017 How do we align dyslexia teaching tools to teaching standards? with Nancy Hannigan
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Nancy (Disterlic) Hannagan is passionate about empowering teachers with the latest research-based, practical strategies so they can assist their students in reaching their full reading potential. Nancy loves to share her expertise in equipping students, parents, and school districts with the skills they need to develop academic and social independe…
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TWG016 Trauma and writing with Heather Hodgins-Chan
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Heather Hodgins-Chan and I met several years ago because I responded to a post she put on Facebook from On the Ball Pediatric Physio & Occupational Therapy. She reached out, and we have had several discussions over the years. Her specialty is trauma-informed care. As a co-founder of the practice, she is also a mentor to the other therapists working…
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TWG015: What is behind truancy in school? with Jennifer Choi Part 2
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Here is the rest of the podcast episode with Jennifer Choi. In this part of our conversation, we talk about truancy in schools, especially in NYC. Have you ever considered polling your community as to why students are missing days at school? Jenn and her partners released this survey last fall. They let it accumulate responses for a few weeks. They…
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TWG014: The Heartbreaking Reality: Gifted students with abnormally low Achievement Scores are left unrecognized and underserved with Jennifer Choi Part 1
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Today is part one of a two-part series with Jennifer Choi of Special Support Services in New York City. She discusses the untapped brilliance of students with Twice Exceptionalities and how they can be supported in the classroom. As a parent of a gifted student with writing challenges, Jenn hired an advocate who is now one of her business partners.…
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TWG013: What is a minimalist classroom? with Tammy Musiowsky-Borneman and Christine Arnold
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Tammy Musiowsky-Borneman and Christine Arnold, authors of The Minimalist Teacher, share ideas for creating culture changes and lifelong learning. Cheri speaks to Tammy while she is in Hawaii and Christine from the Netherlands. These international teachers create innovative pedagogy to decrease stress and minimalize visual stimulation around the cla…
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