Working Memory and Learning: A Practical Guide for Teachers

ISBN: 1412936136

Author: Gathercole, Susan

Condition: New

A good working memory is crucial to becoming a successful leaner, yet there is very little material available in an easy-to-use format that explains the concept and offers practitioners ways to support children with poor working memory in the classroom.This book provides a coherent overview of the role played by working memory in learning during the school years, and uses theory to inform good practice.Topics covered include:" the link between working memory skills and key areas of learning (such as literacy & numeracy)" the relationship between working memory and children with developmental disorders" assessment of children for working memory deficits" strategies for supporting working memory in under-performing childrenThis accessible guide will help SENCOs, teachers, teaching assistants, speech and language therapists and educational psychologists to understand and address working memory in their setting