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Are we failing our children in the way they’re being taught?
Dr. Kimberly Berens
Statistics reveal that more than 60% of children in America are scoring below proficiency across all academic subjects. Why is this happening and what can we do about it?
Kimberly Nix Berens, Ph.D. is a scientist-educator and Founder of Fit Learning. She co-created a powerful system of instruction based in behavioral science and the Technology of Teaching and has been transforming the learning ability of thousands of children worldwide for over 20 years, including those who are struggling, average, gifted, or learning disabled.
Join us as we discuss her groundbreaking new book, Blindspots: Why students fail and the science that can save them, along with her system of instruction which has been proven to produce one year’s worth of academic growth in only 40 hours of training.
We explore common myths about learning ability, the current state of the American education system, the science of learning, and the correct approach for raising proficiency in our children and students.
In this episode, you will discover:
- Why more than 60% of students in the United States are below proficiency in all academic subjects.
- Why proficiency scores are lower in high school than they are in elementary school.
- How educators can increase the learning ability of students based on the science of learning.
- What you can do as a parent to help your child avoid being labelled with a learning disorder.
- Helpful resources available for parents and educators to empower children to excel.
Teachers, parents, and students, this is for you! Discover the science behind learning and proficiency and help build a better educational system for everyone.
Podcast Highlights
1:50 – Why Dr. Berens wrote Blindspots
4:50 – Racial and educational inequality
08:50 – How learning proficiency is measured
11:08 – The formula for raising proficiency
17:17 – The problem with learning disorder classifications
29:28 – The science behind learning
38:00 – How educators can get started
Resources
- Blindspots: Why students fail and the science that can save them (Available in Paperback, Kindle or Audible)
- The Truth About Reading documentary (Trailer)
Learn More and Connect with Dr. Kimberly Berens
- Personal Website: https://www.drkimberlyberens.com
- Company Website: http://fitlearning.com
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drkberens
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kimberly.n.berens
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/Kimberlyberens5
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