Academic Independence

Academic Independence Academic Independence teaches students how to use the concepts of self-regulated learning to gain confidence while improving academic results. ​

Spot the difference! Can you tell which area is clean and which one isn’t? What objects are causing clutter in the disor...
03/22/2023

Spot the difference! Can you tell which area is clean and which one isn’t? What objects are causing clutter in the disorganized space?

Good study organization is important so you can learn with minimal disruptions and a clear head!

Check out our latest post on the science behind keeping your space tidy by clicking the link in our bio!

Here are some motivation tips for you this fun Monday evening. Above anything, make sure you are meeting your basic need...
03/07/2023

Here are some motivation tips for you this fun Monday evening. Above anything, make sure you are meeting your basic needs that we discussed previously. If you are not meeting your basic needs, it makes it difficult to focus on who you want to become. Have a great week!

Last week we dove into what causes stress in ourselves, so now let’s discuss what this look like in our students. Rememb...
02/14/2023

Last week we dove into what causes stress in ourselves, so now let’s discuss what this look like in our students. Remember our amygdala’s will go into threat mode when they perceive a threat. To our human brain, threat is perceived when we don’t have our basic needs met. Swipe to learn more about basic needs that your students might perceive as a threat and produce stress. Next week we will focus on frustration and boredom and how these are stressors as well for students.

09/13/2021

Weather Updates regarding Tropical Storm Nicholas ⛈ : the AI team will continue regular business hours today (Monday, 9/13/21)
but will close our office and continue working with students virtually tomorrow (Tuesday, 9/14/21) 💻

After the most unique school year in remembrance, use this summer to fill gaps and help your student get ahead for next ...
04/14/2021

After the most unique school year in remembrance, use this summer to fill gaps and help your student get ahead for next school year! Check out our selection of high school, middle school, and NEWLY ADDED ELEMENTARY summer courses below! Academic Independence is able to cater courses to schools as needed!
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11/20/2020

And if you want some strategies for studying for exams join us for a seminar, Brain Friendly Exam Tips: Always Test Your Best to learn best practices and to use that stress to be successful on exams, not be anxious.

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As teachers, we make time for our students to reflect on their learning experience. Reflecting as a teacher is not as ea...
11/16/2020

As teachers, we make time for our students to reflect on their learning experience. Reflecting as a teacher is not as easy; we are limited by time and opportunities to collaborate with colleagues. Join us December 5th and 6th for “Reflect and Regroup” a 2 part seminar to reflect on the semester before the winter holidays and brainstorm strategies and techniques for a fresh new start in 2021! Check out our website for registration.
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11/13/2020

At Academic Independence we like to say “strain your brain.” Some stress is useful to lead to academic success. This article has suggestions on how to use stress and put that worrying to good use. We don’t want to create anxious students, but to help them feel confident as they prepare for their semester exams.

Read the full article here
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https://www.sciencenewsforstudents.org/article/stress-success

Join us for a seminar, Brain Friendly Exam Tips: Always Test Your Best to learn best practices and to use that stress to be successful on exams, not be anxious.

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Now more than ever, understanding how the brain works can help teachers have a positive impact on the learning experienc...
11/04/2020

Now more than ever, understanding how the brain works can help teachers have a positive impact on the learning experience for their students.

There is a FREE VIRTUAL seminar, "Teaching the 2020 Student" taught by Lauren Price, a specialist in SRL, Sunday November 8th 4:00-5:00 pm CT.

This seminar will address how students' brains are functioning during these times of stress and how can we better help students focus and engage with our teaching in a manner that applies brain science, and SRL (self-regulated learning) and SEL (social and emotional learning). The good news is that if you register with this link, it is free.

* https://academicindependence.wufoo.com/forms/academic-independence-coaching-sneak-peek-seminar/
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11/02/2020

Are you having a hard time engaging and keeping students' attention? Welcome to 2020. Fortunately, there is a science behind keeping students' attention that can help you! Join us this Sunday for a short complimentary seminar on boosting engagement to help remote, hybrid, or in-person learning.
Sign up on our website (link in bio)
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