But that does not mean that those who are older can't learn to play the flute well. It is also commonly believed that second languages should be taught to preschool children because they are more receptive than adults. Experts see evidence that there is a benefit to learning languages early, but that doesn't mean older people can't learn them well. Where researchers do seem to agree is that brain research will first help students with specific learning disabilities. One company, the Scientific Learning Co. in California, sells a program called Fast ForWord that helps children who have difficulty distinguishing certain sounds and linking written words with sounds.
Educators say it works.
It is the first remediation strategy for children with reading difficulties based on research about how the brain adapts to its environment during learning, said Steven Quartz, of the California Institute of Technology. But much work remains to be done. Net Web Services sm , a division of Teachers Web sm . All Rights Reserved.