I have had the experience of teaching 2 students in different classes with undiagnosed dyslexia. In both cases while watching them complete math tests and other work I noted that they took an exceptionally long time to complete the assignments. However, their answers were correct and they did well on the tests. I spoke with the students individually and both told me that they had always "struggled" in school. Thankfully our organization was able to assist both students. As instructors we need to be aware that there may be learning difficulties that the students are not aware of or don't know they can ask for help.
there are many ways to help people with lower reading skills, but the underlying theme is to keep it simple and allow them to use the words in a setting or scenario to promote retention on top of hearing and seeing the word.
Many of the students primary language is other then English language and therefore they are learning the language as well as learning career skills understanding this helps us how to interact and help them in their learning process.
Reading skills improves with instructional learnings, take a slow pace of learnings. Learn few at a time.
Shah Rahman
Using pictures is key for me and using sentence starters help ELL students better how to use certain or new words when teaching them a concept. Not rushing them.
I was able to learn some tools for working w/ students w/ learning difficulties or challenges. One specifically is English as second language learners, which will require additional consideration regarding inflection/speed of lecture/vocabulary.
In this section, I learned that not all students are going to come with the same ability levels. Building vocabulary is one of the main strategies to help with understanding. Giving a word, definition, picture, and experience will help students best understand what is being taught. It is best to give students 5-7 vocabulary words at a time. It is also important to set the room up so that you can monitor student progress. Giving students chunked tasks will help you see how much is being retained.
Students with diverse learning needs require extra assistance to be successful in the classroom.
Becoming familiar with diversity of different languages is very important.
ESL is a problem for me, but this section helped!
I have learned that the simpler and clearer you can keep things the better. Be very black and white.
Depending on the setting, I have taught many learners who either have English as their second language or have some limitations due to their previous learning experiences. Key points presented here have helped me better present and assess material and content.
Ensuring that you know the students primary language and allowing them to express when they dont understand it vital in the students success in your course.
It has been my experience that ELL students learn better by being shown ways to adapt by following your lead.
Hello Dana:
Yes, as instructors we must guide our students in their learning new words and understanding meaning when reading the materials.
Doris R. Owens
Create the clear picture. Learning a word in more than one way to help memory.
This section has provided insight on how to interact with students who have literary deficiencies. Additionally, it addresses tactics to help students whose second language is English. Through repetition, simplicity and frequent assessment you can help to expedite progress in an effective manner.
The instructional supports and especially an outline is something I plan to use.
This module has raised my awareness of how to be an effective instructor for students with reading and language deficits.
