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My sixth grader can read fluently and has great comprehension. But he hates reading, says it "hurts his brain", and can barely make himself read more than a page or two at a time. Comprehensive eye exam turned up nothing. We strongly suspect he has ADHD, but don't yet have a formal diagnosis. I am looking for advice on the best next steps: ADHD evaluation, some more specialized reading evaluation (but what?), vision therapy providers, wait it out, or something I haven't thought of? [more inside]
posted by wyzewoman at 3:04 PM - 27 answers

Are there outside organizations/non-profit who assist students in understanding the current state of their student loans. [more inside]
posted by goalyeehah at 10:52 AM - 4 answers

Have gone back to school and am struggling to focus while reading (and am having a hard time even typing accurately!). Is this normal for adults in their 40s who’ve spent time doing more physically laborious work? [more inside]
posted by cotton dress sock at 8:51 PM - 15 answers

Which Firefox add-on makes it easiest to translate a single word or short phrase with the least amount of additional clicks? [more inside]
posted by kristi at 1:15 PM - 5 answers

Hi. I am trying to find scholarly papers on food cooperatives from a sociological perspective in North America or Europe but I am having a hard time finding them from a Sociological perspective specifically or a gendered perspective as well.
posted by RearWindow at 11:57 AM - 6 answers

Hello all, I am working on an academic opinion/essay kind of topic in the social sciences and I stumbled upon a social science Canadian scholarly journal, and I am wondering what exactly is a reflective essay and a position paper in scholarly journals. They are not exactly empirical/deep theoretical papers, but I'm quite unsure. [more inside]
posted by RearWindow at 10:07 AM - 7 answers

Please recommend me kid-accessible books on Sacagawea that don't promote colonialism [more inside]
posted by arrmatie at 8:34 AM - 7 answers

#metafilterfundraiser2023 What's something you would like to learn extensively (e.g. course/certificate/degree level) if you have the time, energy, and/or money to do so? [more inside]
posted by creatrixtiara at 8:44 PM - 24 answers

I'm considering doing a "Certificate in Editing" through my local university's Continuing Education department. I'm mildly concerned it will not be a worthwhile use of my time or money. What was your experience with programs of this type? Did it lead to work or advancement in the field of editing? [more inside]
posted by Dorinda at 1:54 PM - 4 answers

I'm at a juncture where I want to plan my next career steps (looking 5-10 years out) and generally think I want to transition into data analytics type roles. I'd like to take a self-learning approach for various reasons, and would greatly benefit from a mentor who can (1) tell me if my plan is reasonable and (2) maybe have a quarterly check-in over the course of several years to see if I need to make adjustments. I would be willing to pay for this, but how does one even find such an arrangement? [more inside]
posted by unid41 at 1:44 PM - 6 answers

Some things are best learned by straight memorization, and I pretty much pass out immediately when I sit down to do it. Help me find a way around this block. [more inside]
posted by Tell Me No Lies at 11:09 AM - 16 answers

I would like to take an online prep course for the Massachusetts Construction Supervisors’ License exam while I am recovering from surgery in November. I’m finding the options difficult to compare because the websites are all about the same and don’t provide info about the actual course material. I own the required books but I need structure for how to use them to study. [more inside]
posted by Summers at 10:45 AM - 0 answers

Our institution is hosting an hour workshop on cultural humility. Our small library will be helping out and I'd like to do a drawing at the end where participants can win books. What titles would fit the theme well and would be exciting to win? [more inside]
posted by LKWorking at 10:30 AM - 6 answers

Does anyone have any tips or tricks for making the most out of my study time and/or keeping myself in the right headspace for exams for a must-pass class? [more inside]
posted by anyone_really at 7:39 AM - 7 answers

We have an 18mo toddler and are trying to plan their future, as one does. Our current quandary is whether to send them to Spanish or Mandarin immersion schools (which will then influence our daycare/pre-K choices). [more inside]
posted by jpeacock at 11:43 AM - 20 answers

As a PM with 20+ years of technical and project-managing experience the time has come for me to understand managing budgets, financials and cost/spend. How does one go about doing this? [more inside]
posted by PetiePal at 9:27 AM - 7 answers

Enrolled on a course that involves web design, a bit of coding, a bit of graphic design, a bit of UX and other related topics. It's beginner-level, but I am quite new to everything, so I am looking to supplement my learning by keeping up with web design-related news online. Open to websites, newsletters, podcasts, books, YouTube channels, Twitter accounts, subreddits and whatever else you can throw at me. [more inside]
posted by iamsuper at 2:21 AM - 2 answers

If you have experience with an app (android only) for young kids to learn to play piano, please share your recommendations. Free or paid app is OK. [more inside]
posted by never.was.and.never.will.be. at 8:25 AM - 7 answers

Years ago, I started a second undergrad intending to gain entry into a healthcare profession. Had straight As until I had a bit of a meltdown in my final year, bailed out of two courses, ended up with Fs in those. Should I repeat those or apply directly to an MSW? (In Canada) [more inside]
posted by cotton dress sock at 12:31 PM - 13 answers

Seeking the hivemind's wisdom about places where I can find good college/university courses with audio lectures freely available online. [more inside]
posted by honeybee413 at 9:15 PM - 14 answers