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15 nonprofit organizations have joined forces to support parents of the one in five children with learning and attention issues throughout their journey. Searchable database of vetted resources.

"Who's talking about your research? Thousands of conversations about scholarly content happen online every day. Altmetric tracks a range of sources to capture and collate this activity, helping you to monitor and report on the attention surrounding the work you care about."

resource for parents of children with learning and attention issues. See the world through your students' eyes Understood's Through Your Child's Eyes is a one-of-a-kind tool. Its videos and simulations allow you to experience what it's like for your students to struggle with reading, writing, math, organization or staying focused. Hear stories from children and find out from experts why these tasks can be so challenging for some kids. And learn strategies to help your students thrive. Create your personalized experience on Understood.org now. http://u.org/1nWvuWK

"Classroom accommodations for children with ADHD and learning disabilities, plus how to find ADHD schools, work with teachers, finish homework, get organized & more."

Read the law for yourself! Pay special attention to section 110 if you are an educator!

"Executive Function 101 is a free e-book from founding partner the National Center for Learning Disabilities. Download the e-book to find out what executive function is and how it impacts kids with learning and attention issues. This e-book also includes an illustration of a day in the life of a child with executive functioning issues."

Series of interactive activities in math, writing, reading, attention

This PDF created by Fairfax County Public School's Assistive Technology Services team provides a wealth of resources and links for executive functioning. Categories include Self-Control, Metacognition, Flexibility, Goal-Directed Persistence, Attention and Focus, and Working Memory.

YouTube has earned a reputation for featuring brain cell-slaughtering fare such as the truly abysmal Fred and playing host to the some of the most depressingly stupid comments this side of Yahoo! News. But for every participant liberally dishing out misspelled racist, sexist and homophobic talking points, there is at least one whose channel genuinely offers something provocative and educational. For teachers hoping to infuse multimedia into their classrooms, YouTube makes for an excellent starting point. Plenty of universities, nonprofits, organizations, museums and more post videos for the cause of education both in and out of schools. The following list compiles some of the ones most worthy of attention, as they feature plenty of solid content appealing to their respective audiences and actively try to make viewers smarter.

The Misunderstood Minds project consists of three elements: The PBS documentary, the companion Web site on PBS Online, and the Developing Minds Multimedia Library. The Misunderstood Minds website includes profiles of students in the documentary; sections on Attention, Reading, Writing, and Mathematics; and Interactive Activities, called Experience Firsthand which are designed to give visitors a sense of what it may be like for a student struggling with a basic skill.

"From fidgeting to shifting between different tasks, six techniques to help distracted ADD/ADHD students focus at school and on their homework."

"How playing games, telling stories, and other fun activities can help your ADHD child master math."

The goal of this activity is to promote attention to faces and facilitate understanding of the structural features of faces. Includes printable Mr. and Mrs. Potato Head forms and face parts.

Students labeled as "Digital Learners"

"Since 1975, the goal of the Dyslexia Research Institute, Inc. has been to change the perception of learning differences, specifically in the area of dyslexia and attention deficit hyper activity disorders (ADHD). With proper recognition and intervention, dyslexics and individuals with ADHD become successful individuals using their talents and skills to enrich our society. They may take their place alongside other individuals with dyslexia or ADHD, such as Woodrow Wilson, Thomas Edison, Albert Einstein, and Nelson Rockefeller."

"When used intentionally and appropriately, technology and interactive media are effective tools to support learning and development. Intentional use requires early childhood teachers and administrators to have information and resources regarding the nature of these tools and the implications of their use with children. Limitations on the use of technology and media are important. Special considerations must be given to the use of technology with infants and toddlers. Attention to digital citizenship and equitable access is essential. Ongoing research and professional development are needed."

The National Association of the Deaf (NAD) launched the first "Read Captions Across America" campaign in 2006 as a part of the National Education Association's (NEA) annual "Read Across America" initiative. This event is the nation's largest reading celebration, focusing our attention on motivating children to read in addition to their mastering basic skills. Bill Stark explains what captions are, how they act as an instant reading incentive, and what reading benefits can occur from the use of captioning. The DCMP's support to teachers, librarians, and others in making the activity a success is also overviewed.

Teachers, when you are watching a video at school...turn the captions on to increase reading abilities. Parents, when watching TV at home with your kids, turn the captions on to increase reading skills.