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.
e flexible, communicate, and utilize the resources that are available to you in the institution to help yourself and the student.
Students with learning disabilities can be a challenge in the class but often with support and understanding do well.
I learned how to help students with learning disabilities. They are just as capable as the other students but they may need more time. Their actual intelligence is the same or greater than every other student so they deserve the same chances. Also discussing with them what help or resources they may need is extremely beneficial.
Doris Owens
The information given regarding learning disabilities was very helpful. Being an instructor allows me to work with students with all types of disabilities. It is very encouraging when an instructors can help a student to grow and achieve above their disability in learning.
This module gave great insight on the different types of learning disabilities and tactics that can be used to help students who may need extra assistance. By identifying the specific learning disability they have you can guide them more effectively through coursework. Context is everything and it is based upon the individual. Communicating with the student can help to uncover and identify tactics that have been employed in the past to tailor coursework in a manner that ensures success.
I learned that looking at the student's history with educational accomodations can help set the stage for continuation of successful education.
I have found this section to be very helpful in offering various different strategies for helping students with learning disabilities get a fair chance at learning the content that is required for the course.
Students with learning disabilities are often of above average or average intelligence. Sometimes all they need is a little nudge to come out of their shells, but you have to it in a way that won't make them feel embarressed- Rather push them a little, make them feel like they have your attention, and coach them through the moment.
There are many different learning disabilities that students can have. It is important to proactively offer any support they need to set them up to succeed in the classroom.
I learned from this module that modifications can easily be implemented and could help all students as well.
it is important to help students with any disabilities they have.
