Students with learning disabilities require additional support from the instructors and resources that can be provided by the institution written policy. Just a few of the many strategies to help students with learning disabilities are: providing a range of activities in using the application of key words, give students feedback, gain rapport with the student by learning a few words of the their language, and having students demonstrate the learned skills.
Once we identify the learner disability, it is easy and simple to help them to succeed. They will tel you what worked for them in the past and see if you can help them with their needs.
During this course ive learned to Instruct learners with disabilities. I find this course fascinating. to learn about the different types of disabilities. i feel if the student is willing and motivated to put in work to achieve their career goal help them as much as you can by giving out the resources for your students to be successful.
Asking what tools were helpful in the past seems like the fastest and easiest way to get any necessary accommodations in place.
Helping our students with learning disabilities will allow them to have more time to read and comprehend what they maybe struggling with that may take longer than the average student. So it helps them to still be successful by helping them with an IEP plan.
My biggest take away is the that each student with a learning disability is unique, and we must collaborate with the student, their parents, and any support services to develop an individualized approach that meets each students specific needs. We must ensure that when instructing learners with learning disabilities, it is important to provide targeted support and accommodations to help them succeed.
I have quite a few students in my classes that have a myriad of learning disabilities. It was good for me to learn the different types outside of dyslexia so that I can create supports that are effective for them to succeed. I also want to learn more about using graphic organizers, which I believe will be beneficial to all of the students in my class. Culinary tends to attract students that are visual/tactile learners with challenges in math and reading.
There are many different learning disabilities that might effect a students comprehension. A common one is dyslexia, in which letters might mix up or reverse in a students mind. If a student comes to you to inform you of a learning disability they have, it is important to ask if any previous IEP was used, and what might have helped them succeed in the past.
Comment on Jeanette Roach's post: Many students with learning disabilities need additional support. It is a good idea to identify what their needs are so that they can have the support they need to be successful. Allowing students with learning disabilities to have extra time on test could be beneficial.
In this module, I learned that 80% of students with learning disabilities have issues with reading. I learned the different kinds of learning disabilities. It was very interesting learning about all the different types of disabilities as well.
Comment on Shane Apperley's post:
I have found that students with learning disabilities tend to be embarrassed about the difficulty. When I see a student struggling I will speak with them privately and ask them what challenges they are working with. If they tell me they need extra time or have difficulty reading I suggest that they speak with their doctor about the concern and possible diagnosis.
Interesting subject, students with learning disabilities are average or above average and can succeed by self advocacy, support from instructors. IEP for students who have not graduated from high school or are under 21 years. (Individual Disability Act 2004) It is required by Federal Law.
Little efforts needed to teach students with disabilities. Learning disability like dyslexia is common. Patients and concentrated effort needed to teach them.
Shah Rahman
I love when students are able to communicate with me on what support works best for them since it their education and being involved with the IEP meeting if at an acceptable age to do so.
I learned that the most common disability is with a student's reading and writing. Asking the student what helps him or her learn allows the student to advocate for themselves. Chunking assignments, giving extra time, and allowing for verbal instead or written responses are some of the ways you can modify assignments.
People with learning disabilities are extremely capable and simply need modifications to succeed.
Accommodating with learning disabilities.
As someone who was in the wilson reading program and had accomodating as a child, this reconated with me.
I appreciate knowing the different types of learning disabilities. In particular, I now know the approximate numbers of students I teach who might want or need added support. I have been given concrete methods to help them be successful in my class.
I learned that students with disabilities may need more time to help them with school work.
