A surprising number of high school students who attend competitive college preparatory schools find themselves struggling to meet the demands of a challenging, fast-paced high school curriculum.  Some of these students have learning disabilities; some do not.  All of them have potential, and all of them need their teachers' help to reach it.

Teaching Independent Minds offers pedagogy focused on teaching students how to learn more efficiently and effectively.  Chapters are organized into three sections designed to guide teachers and administrators who wish to ensure that the diverse learners in their schools are served equitably.  The "What We Should Know" section focuses on learning processes and the environments that foster success.  The "What We Should Look For" section highlights essential information about learners who struggle in school.  The "What We Should Do" section introduces practical strategies for planning instruction that enhances:

* Comprehension

* Executive function and study skills

* written expression

* homework

* classroom learning

This publication was made possible through the generous support of The Edward E. Ford Foundation, The Educational Foundation of America, and Tortora Sillcox Family Foundation.

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