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  Publications by Dr. Webb

Collegiates Conquer Dyslexia in Encyclopedia Brittanica
Abstract:
Describes how a small liberal arts college appreciated the potential contributions of bright language disabled college students. Curry College in Milton, MA under the leadership of Dr. Webb designed the first supportive program for such students in 1970. Graduates today contribute as doctors, lawyers, businessmen and worthy human beings.  

Journey to Success Video
Abstract:
This video helps parents/teachers to make the paradigm shift from emphasizing students weaknesses to making them aware of the strengths they have so that they can use them effectively. They then, knowing their strengths, will work actively in the areas that need improvement. 

Building a Sense of Self-Worth
Abstract
: Learn your role as parent or teacher on how to strengthen the self-esteem of a child.

Model Home, Model School Teammates in Development
Abstract:
A guidebook to help parents love as well as discipline children to learn the collaborative efforts of both home and school will bring learners success.

The Nautilus, An Ideal Elementary School
Abstract
: The nautilus, the oldest underwater creature bears many relationship to humans. The nautilus's developmental growth establishing stages in which accomplishment of specific competencies are expected is comparable to pre-school, elementary, etc. Establishing climates in which those competencies may be effectively achieved are described in this ideal elementary school.

Left/Right Brains, Teammates in Learning
Abstract
: Left/right brain research and its implications for teachers are highlighted. The medical and psychological research in asymmetry and the related attitudinal changes towards brain functioning over the last 150 years are reviewed. Strategies teachers may apply to classroom practice are abstracted from that research. Respect for the functioning of each hemisphere and the need for the "teaming" of both are emphasized.

Tuning in to Learning
Abstract:
Provides adolescent learners with a cognitive map to school and social success. The keynotes provided in each of its seven notebooks build students' self understanding of how to more effectively use the BRAIN and their SELF. It identifies for each learner his/her learning strengths and areas needing strengthening. It suggests learning strategies to empower the reader towards the goal each of us seeks, SUCCESS.

Self-Concept, Energizer of Learning
Abstract
: No matter how strong one's IQ is, it is one's self-concept that makes learning active. Use this guide to learn the factors to improve self-concept.

Journey to Success II - A Road Map for Teachers of Learning Disabled Children
Abstract
: You needn't be frustrated by the "kid who bugs you" if, as his teacher, you follow this guidebook to find his strengths and apply them effectively to your curriculum. Try it, it works!

Journey to Success - A Road Map for Parents of Learning Disabled Children
Abstract:
This guidebook is designed for parents of children who do not meet the societal expectancies in the time frame and in the conventional way. Children with learning difficulties see their world differently. Would you as a parent like a road map to take your child through school feeling good about himself as a learner, emerging with a strong self-concept? Then this book is for you.

Opening Doors for Children with Disabilities
Abstract: Changes in public attitude towards its learning disabled over the last 100 years all described leading such students from institutionalization and exclusion to personal services and effective societal contributions that the future holds and how societal attitude may continue to close or open doors are hypothesized.

Journey to Success III - A Road Map for Dyslexics and Other LD Adolescents
Abstract
:A guidebook to put you in charge of your learning, knowing your strengths and using them effectively in school work and in life itself.

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