Comment on Patrick Church's post: well said
Comment on Erin Coopey's post: yes please, we have learned how to diagnose the problems, I would like more information on what we can do to help these students, besides labeling the students.
So far this module has helped learn about so many different learning disabilities. I didn't even know that many of them exhisted.
I was surprised how often dyslexia and ADHD go hand in hand; often 30-50% chance of having both.
Utilizing assessment to collect a body of evidence to diagnose learning disabilities can create a clearer picture of specifically how the disability impact the individual. This will also make identifying effective accommodations easier and provide time for students to determine what accommodations they find most valuable prior to getting to postsecondary learning institutions. For those adult learners who have not been diagnosed, supporting a student in connecting with the disability services office can be monumental for the student both academically and potentially professionally. Students should also be encouraged to access supports available to all students (tutoring, workshops, writing/math labs, etc.) in addition to those that they may only be able to access if eligible (disability services to receive accommodations, TRIO/SSS).
From the module on Understanding Learning Disabilities, I’ve learned about the different types of learning disabilities, such as dyslexia, dyscalculia, dysgraphia, and auditory processing disorder. I’ve also learned about the characteristics and signs of learning disabilities, as well as strategies for supporting individuals with learning disabilities in various settings.
I intend to apply this knowledge by being more aware of the signs of learning disabilities in students and by implementing appropriate strategies to support their learning. This may include providing alternative ways of presenting information, offering additional time for assignments and tests, and creating a supportive and inclusive learning environment.
I have come to understand that there are more challenges than what I thought. Some are minor and a person learns they have an issue and adjusts to overcome them. Some issues can be embarrassing and need help to overcome . As a teacher I need to be work recognizing a students special abilities and help them to rise above their challenges.
I never heard of Dyspraxia, it was interesting to learn that they have a low level of spacial awareness. I want to study more on this subject especially for students that I may have dealing with this issue.
A learning disability is a hidden disability in that it is not readily observable by others and only becomes apparent when an person is required to read, listen to, write or compute content.
It is amazing that people with actual brain processing functions were often labeled as dumb. They just need to learn in a different way. It is not a matter that they cannot learn, they may just need extra support and time. Some behavioral problems may actually be a processing or learning disability that exhibits as bad behavior. But, as a teacher, I see students take advantage of their diagnosis to get away with other issues.
I learned about the numerous learning disabilities and how they range across a wide spectrum.
In this section, I learned what all of the different types of learning disabilities were. There were some that I had never heard of until now. I also thought it was sad to find out that 60% of people have an undiagnosed learning disability that leads to poor success in their lives when it could have been treated and maybe the person would have had a better outcome.
Very informative and helpful. Gave me a better insight on the different disabilities and a better understanding of my own childs ADHD
I do wonder how this information affects atypical learners (ones that are older and going back to school). They were very likely undiagnosed and it is an uphill battle for them to accept any diagnoses now. I feel like this results in them not appreciating the tools they need to put in place to be successful.
Knowing the characteristics or symptoms of learning disabilities allows us university professors to identify students who could present difficulties in order to devise a strategy that allows explaining the content including this or these students without disadvantageing students who do not present it, that is, , requires a greater effort from the teacher but can be generated as an explanatory or creative dynamic of the content that facilitates the learning of these students and reinforces the learning of what they do not have the disability.
Students in post-secondary education may or may not be diagnosed with a learning disability. As educators, we can be alert to some of the signs that the student may have a disability. Although educators are not obligated to design a special plan for the students with a learning disability, it is important to find ways to assist the student/s by discovering why the student is having difficulties. Students may be referred to a success coach within the school and may be eligible for accommodations.
I had a student who clearly displayed all the criteria for ADHD. I recommended the student seek out assistance so that accommodations could be instituted. However, the student was reluctant stating he did not want his parents to know he had a learning disability. In the end, he did not pass his courses.
Diagnosing learning disabilities is difficult leaving some students without supports.
Colleges are not obligated to provide special supports but can offer accommodations.
I intend to build relationships with my students so they feel comforting sharing their disability with me and any support that they have learned help them in the classroom.
This module was very clear on all of the different types of learning disabilities. 60% of adults have learning disabilities that went undiagnosed. Too much screen time does not cause learning disabilities.
This module really walked through the different types of learning disabilities and how they affect cognitive behavior. Too often the students are dismissed as lazy and not attentive to their work, when in actuality, that may be dealing with some type of learning disorder. It was also interesting to learn that a lot of the learning disabilities also co-exist with ADHD. This makes it even more challenging, although not impossible, to come up with a plan to help the students that are affected.
I understand that most students get diagnosed early on if they have a learning disability but some students can slip through the cracks and not get diagnosed until later. Discussing the students IEP with them so you can apply it to your classroom.
