Diverse Thinking
Different Learning
A ChildNEXUS Podcast
Child neuropsychologist, Dr. Karen Wilson, shares information about learning differences and interviews experts who help children and adolescents with learning differences, neurodevelopmental disorders and social and emotional difficulties achieve their full potential.
Learning and thinking differences and emotional struggles (such as anxiety) keep children and adolescents from reaching their full potential. This show is designed to educate, inform, and share information so that parents and educators can be equipped with the knowledge and strategies they need to help students thrive.
The Diverse Thinking • Different Learning Podcast is intended for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical or legal advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Additionally, the views and opinions expressed by the host and guests are not considered treatment and do not necessarily reflect those of ChildNEXUS, Inc or Dr. Karen Wilson.
Newest episode
Ep. 94: Back to School: Key Principles of Homework with Josh Horwatt
Many argue that homework is not all that important in the grand scheme of things. Research actually shows that it has little to no beneficial effect on learning. But of course the independence and organization of schoolwork at home is absolutely helpful in building...
Past episodes
Ep. 87: Why Dyslexic Students Can Excel in Tech with Jeannette Roberes
We often talk about ways to help students with dyslexia while in the classroom. But what happens when they are ready to enter the workplace and they still feel like their learning challenges will hinder them? There is a place for everyone and, in reality, those...
Ep. 86: How to Provide Meaningful Intervention to Struggling Kids with Toni-Ann Millen
Today’s guest is a force. She is a change maker and a passionate advocate who works with the schools in her community to develop programs that facilitate neurodiversity. Hailing from Jamaica, Toni-Ann Millen joins the Diverse Thinking Different Learning Podcast to...
Ep. 85: How a Personalized, Differentiated Curriculum Helps Students with Erika Sneath
How do differentiated curriculum integrated with SEL support students with learning differences and mental health challenges? It’s safe to say that this type of instruction is fantastic for any student as it targets individual needs and strengths and today’s guest...
Ep. 84: Dynamic Assessments with Dr. Daniel Franklin
We’ve discussed assessments before in previous episodes, but today’s episode is unique. Parents and educators may be unfamiliar with dynamic assessments and how they can not only benefit the educator in driving instruction, but also help the student learn more...
Ep. 83: What Students with Disabilities Should Do When Starting College with Eric Endlich, Ph.D
In this informative episode, we take a look at college for students with disabilities. Oftentimes, we focus our energy on children with learning differences when they are young, but what happens when students reach young adulthood and express a desire to attend...
Ep. 82: How to Foster a Teen’s Independence with Nicole Kaplan and Peggy Oram
Does your teen have the necessary skills needed to achieve autonomy? If not, how can we build these skills through empowering rather than enabling? As parents, we often think we are doing the right thing by jumping in and helping with tasks and responsibilities,...