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CPD Webinar – Why is reading comprehension so hard?

This Webinar will be live on the 20th January 2025 at 4.30 – 5.30pm GMT

Ever wondered why some students seem to hit a wall when it comes to reading comprehension? It’s not just about the words on the page—it’s about the brain behind the reading! In this webinar, hosted by CiM’s Head of Schools Support, Victoria Bagnall, we’ll explore how executive function skills, like working memory and cognitive flexibility, play a key role in understanding what we read.

What you will learn:

  1. Understand why some learners find reading comprehension difficult
  2. Learn about the parts of the brain heavily involved in reading comprehension (our pre-frontal cortex and its cognitive functions)
  3. Understand why stress, lack of sleep, poor nutrition and other factors can influence reading comprehension
  4. … and much more!

Who is this webinar for?

  1. Education Professionals: Discover strategies to support your students develop the necessary skills and supportive environments to excel at reading comprehension
  2. Students: Learn about the challenges behind reading comprehensions and how to overcome them
  3. Parents: Gain insights into the challenges your child may face with reading comprehensions and how you can support them.

Accreditation: CPD accredited certificate on completion.

Resources: Handout

Are you a student? Email us at training@connectionsinmind to claim a 50% discount!

£50.00

What's included with the CPD Webinar – Why is reading comprehension so hard?

Level: All Levels

Duration: 1 hour

Type: CPD Accredited Webinar

Downloads: Handout PDF

Resources: 31 Student Resources

Why we developed the CPD Webinar – Why is reading comprehension so hard?

This CPD-accredited webinar covers executive function skills, perfect for students, parents, and educators. Understand why some learners find reading comprehension difficult. Learn about the parts of the brain heavily involved in reading comprehension (our pre-frontal cortex and its cognitive functions) Pinpoint which executive function skills are needed for reading comprehension, and how to build these skills. Understand why stress, lack of sleep, poor nutrition and other factors can influence reading comprehension. Know how to use strategies and resources
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