The Science Behind Fast ForWord

The way the brain learns best: The science behind the success.

The Fast ForWord computer programmes are based on over 30 years of foundational research into how the brain learns. This research established the fact that boosting the brain’s processing efficiency accelerates quality learning. It’s called brain plasticity and among neuroscientists, it refers to the brain’s ability to change at any age throughout life.

The programmes use patented technologies that leverage the science and opportunity of brain plasticity. By exercising processing skills through intensive, adaptive activity, actual physical changes occur in the brain. “Gray matter” can thicken, neural connections can be forged and strengthened, and these physical changes to the brain can result in changes to our abilities. Fast ForWord® products trigger change in the brain and provide an optimal foundation for learning and reading success.

Developed by four internationally renowned research scientists, Drs. Mike Merzenich, Paula Tallal, Bill Jenkins, and Steve Miller, the Fast ForWord programmes work to improve the language to literacy continuum. Starting with basic language skills and moving through increasingly challenging and sophisticated reading skills, all of the programmes strictly adhere to the principles of neuroscience upon which they were developed, and all are designed to increase processing efficiency.

With Fast ForWord software, great results are the norm, rather than the exception. The technologies behind the products were specifically designed to match the ability and progress of each learner. This ability to adapt to the student means they are always challenged, but not frustrated. This optimal learning experience means that students who use Fast ForWord products make accelerated gains in processing and reading skills in as little as 8 to 12 weeks.