Kathleen combines the latest science on self-regulation and executive function with powerful, doable brain-targeted strategies for helping students to "Think Smart" and become responsible, empowered learners.

Topics Discussed:

Brain research on how to develop students’ mindsets and self-regulation skill sets to prepare them for school and for life.
Incorporate the tenets of “educational neuroscience” into your classroom.
Creating a safe classroom environment, so that all learners feel included and engaged and ready to learn.
Learn how effort, discipline and deliberate practice contribute more to school success than IQ or innate ability
See how to weave Growth Mindset thinking into your daily lives.
Know how to support students in building self regulation and metacognitive skill sets
Build speaking and listening skills that are so essential to deep thinking and academic discourse.
Teach students to “Think Smart”, think deeply and self assess regularly.