Understanding Working Memory - Second Edition

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Understanding Working Memory - Second Edition by Tracy Packiam Alloway & Ross G. AllowayWorking memory is how your brain stores information for a short period of time and how much you can fit on this ‘post-it note’ hugely influences how well you do at school and beyond. Understanding working memory means you will be able to better support children’s learning and concentration.This can be particularly useful to children with conditions such as dyslexia, ADHD and autistic spectrum disorders, where poor working memory is thought to be an underlying factor.New to this edition are: A new chapter on emotional difficulties and working memory A clear chapter structure which looks at the what, where, why and how for every difficulty. More information on how to work with younger children This book will make sure you are able to spot problems early, work with children to improve their working memory and ensure they reach their full potential.Table of Contents: Epilogue by Kim Grant Chapter 1: Our Brain's Post-it-note Chapter 2: Diagnosing Working Memory Chapter 3: Specific Learning Disorder: Reading Difficulties (Dyslexia) Chapter 4: Specific Learning Disorder: Maths Difficulties (Dyscalculia) Chapter 5: Developmental Coordination Chapter 6: Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) Chapter 7: Autistic Spectrum Disorder Chapter 8: Anxiety Disorders (by Evan Copello) Chapter 9: Student Strategies and Training Appendix: Working Memory strategies table About the Authors:Tracy Packiam Alloway is an award-winning psychologist based at the University of North FloridaRoss Alloway is the CEO of Memosyne Ltd, a company that brings cutting-edge scientific research to parents.Age Suitability: AllAuthor: Tracy Packiam Alloway & Ross G. AllowayPages: 168Code: SG-4217Published: 2014Previous edition title: Improving Working Memory: Supporting Students' Learning (ISBN: 9781849207485) - Do Not Use Show more