Video: Scott Barry Kaufman on embracing learning and thinking differences

Scott Barry Kaufman describes himself as “a researcher, author, and speaker who is deeply interested in helping everyone — all kinds of minds — live a creative, fulfilling, and meaningful life.” He also has learning and thinking differences.

Hear from Kaufman, the keynote speaker at the Parents Education Network’s 2017 EdRev gathering. He talks about what makes kids with learning and thinking differences unique, the benefits and drawbacks of labels, and why a “one size fits all” approach to education doesn’t work.

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Video: College students on striving and succeeding with learning and thinking differences

Is there a “cure” for learning and thinking differences?

Video: College students on embracing strengths and differences