The Brain’s Role in Reading, Writing, Math, and Focus
Learning depends on more than effort, practice, and good teaching. Behind skills such as reading, writing, mathematics, and attention are a range of cognitive functions that help the brain process, interpret, retain, and respond to information.
In this webinar, Tina Bonner of the Arrowsmith Program will explore how cognitive functions contribute to everyday learning and why some children may continue to experience academic difficulties despite consistent support. The session will also introduce a brain-based perspective on strengthening the underlying cognitive foundations that support learning, attention, and academic development.
Objectives
By the end of the session, participants will be able to:
1. Understand how different cognitive functions support reading, writing, mathematics, and attention.
2. Recognise possible underlying reasons why some children struggle academically despite effort, intervention, and support.
3. Explore how brain-based approaches can help strengthen cognitive foundations and support more effective learning.
About the Speaker
Tara Bonner, Chief Neuroeducation Officer, Arrowsmith Program, inspires audiences to think differently about the brain and its capacity to change.Tara has spent nearly 20 years bridging the gap between neuroscience and education. An experienced educator, leader,consultant, and speaker, Tara collaborates with educators,leaders and advocates worldwide. She can demystify common misconceptions in learning and discuss how neuroplasticity has the potential to reshape education as we know it.
From the role of the brain in daily life, to accelerating learning and social and emotional wellness, to overcoming learning-difficulties through cognitive change, Tara brings experience,knowledge, and the latest research that examines how individuals can be transformed through neuroplastic programming. She sheds light on how neuroeducation should be the catalyst for nurturing essential future skills
Tara brings a wealth of knowledge and enthusiasm to every conversation and looks forward to sharing the path that realizes the full potential of the human brain
