About this talk: Tom Maher discusses the impact of video games on children. With over ten years experience as a teacher Tom outlines some of the dangers associated with overuse of video games as well as what can be done about it.
About the speaker: Tom grew up in Ireland and read economics and philosophy at Trinity College Dublin. Following university he has worked as an economist for the National Farmers' Union (NFU) in London. He founded British Home Tutors (BHT) in 1996.
Talk Topics - Parenting
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Key Points Covered in This Talk:
The Impact of Negative Self-Belief: Jenny Foster gives an insight into how negative self-belief can impact children. She describes how a loss of confidence can undermine a child's ability to learn and fulfil his or her potential.
Co-Occurrence of Learning Difficulties: Amanda Kirby describes the co-occurrence of learning difficulties (also known as comorbidity). She discusses the importance of the whole child approach when assessing if your child has any learning issues.
Helping Your Child at Home: Homework: Dr Helen Likierman shares some helpful tips on how parents can help their children with their homework.
Helping Your Child at Home: Concentration: Dr Valerie Muter gives some helpful tips on how you can help improve your child's concentration.
Helping Your Child at Home: Organisation, Revision and Exams: Dr Helen Likierman shares some helpful tips on how parents can help their children beat disorganisation.