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Tests and the Rest: College Admissions PodcastTHE MOST COMMON NEUROMYTHSA widely held belief about brain function is that very little is truly understood in modern science. Unfortunately, most people probably know even less than they think! Amy and Mike invited education professional Gretchen Wegner to explore and debunk the most common neuromyths. What are five things you will learn in this episode? 1. What exactly is a neuromyth? 2. Is there one neuromyth that stands out over all the others? 3. What are some other common neuromyths? 4. Why is it so destructive to believe and teach neuromyths? 5. How do we e...2025-01-2828 minTests and the Rest: College Admissions PodcastSPONSOR SPOTLIGHT: Anti-Boring Learning LabSPONSOR SPOTLIGHT: Anti-Boring Learning Lab The community of educators obsessed with sharing the science-backed study skills and executive function strategies every student needs to thrive with educator Gretchen Wegner. What are five things you will learn in this episode? What is the story behind the Anti-Boring Learning Lab? How does the Anti-Boring Learning Lab work? Who are the ideal clients for the Anti-Boring Learning Lab? What kinds of outcomes do clients experience? What should someone curious about the Anti-Boring Learning Lab know about it? 2024-01-2619 minTests and the Rest: College Admissions PodcastHow To Teach Students To Study EffectivelyIsn’t it funny how we expect students to study and understand really complex material while using really basic study skills? Educators should prepare their students for advanced learning by understanding and sharing advanced learning techniques. Amy and Mike invited academic life coach Gretchen Wegner to share tips on how to teach students to study effectively. What are five things you will learn in this episode? What does your body have to do with your ability to learn? What and why educators need to practice? How students can avoid being bored while learning? Why telling a tee...2019-10-1526 min