The most common explanations for such gaps have focused on differences in academic aptitude and preparation, which explicitly or implicitly assume a view of intellectual performance as relatively fixed or slow to change. (scientificamerican.com)
That bonus is important: Research indicates that iron deficiency can affect brain development and ultimately hurt intellectual performance. (articles.chicagotribune.com)
She is the author of the 2011 ForeWord Reviews» Silver Book of the Year Award, The Pedagogy of Confidence: Inspiring High Intellectual Performance in Urban Schools, and co-author with Veronica McDermott of Aim High, Achieve More: How to Transform Urban Schools Through Fearless Leadership. (ascd.org)