Learning Differently

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When we understand how students learn, we help unlock who they can become. On Learning Differently, Lynna Martinez-Khalilian and Michael Wang talk with parents, educators, and experts to explore how students with learning, social, and emotional differences actually learn, why traditional school can be so challenging for them, and what really helps them thrive. We dive into ADHD, anxiety, dyslexia, autism, executive function, and more, breaking down the science, sharing real stories, and offering practical tools for the people who support these students every day.

  1. 2025. 12. 16.

    Why Personalized Education Works for Students Who Learn Differently

    What if school wasn’t something students had to survive, but something designed for who they are? In this episode of Learning Differently, Lynna Martinez-Khalilian and Mike Wang sit down with Joie Laykoff to explore the future of education through the lens of personalization. They unpack what’s working, what’s changing, and what still needs to shift to truly serve students with learning, social, and emotional differences. From one-to-one models to tech-free flexibility, this episode challenges the old assumptions of “what school should be” and paints a picture of what it could become. If you’ve ever wondered what it would look like to build a system around students instead of fitting students into a system…this conversation is for you.

    51분

  2. 2025. 12. 02.

    How to Help Neurodiverse Students Through School Transitions

    From switching schools to moving up a grade, transitions can be especially challenging for students with learning, emotional, or social differences. Change brings uncertainty and for some kids, that can trigger anxiety, shutdowns, or regression. In this episode of Learning Differently, Lynna Martinez-Khalilian and Mike Wang talk with Shayna Abraham about why transitions are so hard for neurodiverse students and what adults can do to make those moments less overwhelming…and more empowering.

    40분

  3. 2025. 11. 18.

    Twice-Exceptional (2e): Supporting Gifted Students with Learning Differences

    Gifted kids aren’t supposed to struggle, right? That’s one of the biggest myths about twice-exceptional, or 2e, students. These learners may have exceptional talents and also face learning, emotional, or attentional challenges that make school especially hard. In this episode of Learning Differently, hosts Lynna Martinez-Khalilian and Mike Wang sit down with Dr. Dan Peters to explore the misunderstood world of 2e students. They unpack what it means to be both gifted and challenged, why these students often go unnoticed, and what schools can do to help them thrive.

    48분

  4. 2025. 11. 04.

    Autism: How to Support Communication, Social, and Sensory Challenges

    Autistic students often struggle not because they can’t learn, but because schools weren’t built with them in mind. From overwhelming environments to misunderstood behaviors, traditional classrooms can create unnecessary barriers to connection and progress. In this episode of Learning Differently, hosts Lynna Martinez-Khalilian and Mike Wang sit down with Dr. Damon Korb to explore how autism shows up in real classrooms and what parents, educators, and clinicians can do to help students feel seen, supported, and successful.

    45분

  5. 2025. 10. 21.

    School Avoidance: How to Re-Engage Bullied & Depressed Students

    When students stop showing up, emotionally or physically, it’s rarely about laziness. School avoidance is often tied to anxiety, depression, or past experiences that make school feel overwhelming or unsafe. In this episode of Learning Differently, hosts Lynna Martinez-Khalilian and Mike Wang speak with Dr. Elizabeth Laugeson about why some students shut down and how we can help them re-engage. You'll learn what to look for, how to respond with empathy, and what kinds of school environments support emotional recovery.

    50분

  6. 2025. 10. 07.

    Trauma’s Hidden Impact on Learning

    Trauma rewires the brain. For many students, the effects show up not just emotionally, but academically and behaviorally, too. They aren’t just distracted. They’re trying to survive. In this episode, Lynna Martinez-Khalilian and Mike Wang talk with Shayna Abraham about how trauma shows up in school, how it’s often misread, and how educators and parents can create environments where healing and learning can happen side by side.

    36분

  7. 2025. 09. 23.

    How Sensory Processing Differences Disrupt Learning and Focus

    Sensory processing differences can make everyday school experiences overwhelming. Bright lights, loud bells, scratchy clothes: what’s background for most can feel unbearable for some. In this episode of Learning Differently, Lynna Martinez-Khalilian and Mike Wang talk with Joie Laykoff about how sensory issues show up in the classroom, how to spot them, and what adjustments can make school feel safe and supportive for all learners.

    45분

  8. 2025. 09. 09.

    Helping Anxious Children Manage Stress & Feel Safe at School

    School shouldn’t feel like a threat—but for many students, it does. Whether it’s the fear of tests, overwhelming environments, or the pressure to fit in, anxiety can hijack a student’s ability to learn. In this episode of Learning Differently, hosts Lynna Martinez-Khalilian and Mike Wang talk with Dr. Marta Shinn about what school anxiety really looks like, how it disrupts learning, and what can actually help students feel safe and supported again. You’ll walk away with insights that challenge assumptions—and practical tools you can use tomorrow.

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When we understand how students learn, we help unlock who they can become. On Learning Differently, Lynna Martinez-Khalilian and Michael Wang talk with parents, educators, and experts to explore how students with learning, social, and emotional differences actually learn, why traditional school can be so challenging for them, and what really helps them thrive. We dive into ADHD, anxiety, dyslexia, autism, executive function, and more, breaking down the science, sharing real stories, and offering practical tools for the people who support these students every day.

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    2025년
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