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Scientific Learning Corp. Introduces the Science of Learning Blog

^{Published on 2010-01-06 03:41:10 - Market Wire}
 

OAKLAND, Calif.--([ BUSINESS WIRE ])--[ Scientific Learning Corp. ] (NASDAQ:SCIL), creator of the [ Fast ForWord ]® and [ Reading Assistant ]™ family of products, today announces the launch of a new blog, [ The Science of Learning ]. Written primarily by Scientific Learning's chief scientific officer [ Dr. William Jenkins ], and chief education officer [ Sherrelle Jiggitts Walker ], The Science of Learning blog provides information on advances in neuroscience, cognitive research, the science of "[ brain plasticity ]," and ways to accelerate learning for children and adults.

"Since its inception, Scientific Learning has been at the forefront of applying patented neuroscience research and technologies to accelerating the learning process. Using our programs, thousands of students around the world have overcome reading challenges and achieved success in learning"

"Since its inception, Scientific Learning has been at the forefront of applying patented neuroscience research and technologies to accelerating the learning process. Using our programs, thousands of students around the world have overcome reading challenges and achieved success in learning," said [ Andy Myers, ] president and CEO of Scientific Learning. "Our experts have valuable experience and knowledge to share with scientists, educators, and the community at large, and we believe this blog will be an important source of information on the subjects of brain fitness and empowering learners to reach their full potential in school and in life."

In his first blog post, Jenkins reviews the topic of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and academic success, citing a recent study from the University of California – Davis, School of Medicine, and commenting on how attention issues appear to be more important to later success than previously thought. Additional posts will cover topics such as successful learning models used to boost early reading skills, and comments on author Michael Horn's thoughts on "disruptive innovation" in the classroom.

Jenkins is a recognized expert in learning-based brain plasticity, behavioral algorithms, and psychophysical methods, as well as multimedia and Internet technology. Prior to co-founding Scientific Learning he was associate professor at the Keck Center for Integrative Neurosciences at the University of California – San Francisco. The other major contributing author to the blog is Sherrelle Walker. Walker has more than 30 years experience in education as a teacher, principal, and district-level administrator. She worked as an adjunct professor at the University of Washington, specializing in improving teacher impact in the classroom, and has served on the Executive Council of the Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development (ASCD), among several other boards in education.

About Scientific Learning Corp.

Scientific Learning creates educational software that accelerates learning by improving the processing efficiency of the brain. Based on more than 30 years of neuroscience and cognitive research, the Fast ForWord® family of products provides struggling readers with computer-delivered exercises that build the cognitive skills required to read and learn effectively. Scientific Learning Reading Assistant™ combines advanced speech recognition technology with scientifically-based courseware to help students strengthen fluency, vocabulary and comprehension to become proficient, life-long readers. The efficacy of the products has been established by more than 550 research studies and publications. For more information, visit [ www.scientificlearning.com ] or call toll-free 888-358-0212.