Being bilingual really does boost brain power – Daily Mail
Researchers studied brain scans from 20 people, all around the age of 30 They had started learning English as a second language around age 10 The study found improvements in the structure of the brain’s white matter These ‘higher levels [...]
Learning a new language activates same part of the brain as SEX – Daily Mail
People who learn new words trigger the brain’s ventral striatum Region also lights up during sex, gambling or eating chocolate There may be an emotional connection in learning new words Results could be used to help treat people with learning difficulties [...]
Vail Daily letter: Learning a language
The process of learning another language is an undertaking. As with many other tasks, there is the hope that a shortcut might be found, a magic pill. Just like with most valuable endeavors, there is a process involved. There are [...]
Inside our schools – St. George Daily Spectrum
Washington County East Elementary East Elementary School recently adopted the “Steps to Respect” anti-bullying program. Mrs. Karen Bishop, school counselor, plans to visit individual classrooms throughout the year to teach lessons on friendship skills, conflict resolution, joining in and learning [...]