Dyslexia: Classroom Strategies - Secondary
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The International Dyslexia Association, Inc. (IDA) is a nonprofit, 501(c)(3) charity, organized and operated to provide advocacy, resources and services to teaching professionals, advocates and individuals and families impacted by dyslexia and other related learning differences. | https://dyslexiaida.org/
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In your class, you will face a challenge in teaching 10-15% of your students in math, reading, writing or spelling words in English or their mother tongue. Might your students be facing such difficulties - are you equipped to effectively tackle learning disorders? Join our Learning Circle to design, develop and implement teaching, learning strategies and classroom management techniques.
Description
BACKGROUND“Dyslexia is a specific learning disability that is neurobiological in origin. It is characterized by difficulties with accurate and/or fluent word recognition and by poor spelling and decoding abilities. These difficulties typically result from a deficit in the phonological component of language that is often unexpected in relation to other cognitive abilities and the provision of effective classroom instruction. Secondary consequences may include problems in reading comprehension and reduced reading experience that can impede growth of vocabulary and background knowledge.” STUDENT IMPACT The impact that dyslexia has is different for each person and depends on the severity of the condition and the effectiveness of instruction or remediation. The core difficulty is with reading words and this is related to difficulty with processing and manipulating sounds. People with dyslexia can also have problems with spoken language finding it difficult to express themselves clearly, or to fully comprehend what others mean when they speak. It can lead to major problems in school and in relating to other people. Students with dyslexia often end up feeling less intelligent and less capable than they actually are. After experiencing a great deal of stress due to academic problems, a student may become discouraged about continuing in school.TEACHER TRAININGRecent research and many studies recommend Primary and Secondary School Teacher should be upskilled on dyslexia to have basic knowledge about how to deal and handle dyslexia pupils in their classroomHOW IT WORKS A) In your own time and at your own pace, you are able to 1) Access content, research, analyze, etc. 2) Complete assigned tasks 3) Learn and engage with each other’s inputs B) During live sessions, you are led by a facilitator to 1) Review and discuss inputs made 2) Elaborate on your opinion when called upon 3) Further analyze in breakout groups
Key Learnings
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To instil empathy and awareness in your Students
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To provide adequate classroom scaffolding and directives to your Students
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To create and implement a plan of action for Students with learning challenges
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To effectively implement Classroom Management Strategies
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To make your Students smart and independent learners
Pre-requisites
1) Laptop2) Mobile device3) Internet access
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References
International Dyslexia Asssociation | https://dyslexiaida.org/
IOSR Journal of Research & Method in Education (Sep. - Oct. 2016), PP 64-75 | https://www.iosrjournals.org/io
British Journal of Psychology Research | https://www.eajournals.org/wp-content/uploads/Challenges-Faced-By-Educators-in-the-Inclusion-of-Beginners-with-Dyslexia-in-Mainstream-Primary-Schools.pdf
Authors: Subhash Chandra Basu Panjab University | May 2014 | https://www.researchgate.net/publication/282337151_A_Study_to_Find_the_Challenges_Faced_By_Teachers_in_the_Class_of_Child_with_Dyslexia
Special Issue Published in International Journal of Trend in Research and Development (IJTRD) | http://www.ijtrd.com/papers/IJTRD15940.pdf
Topics and agenda
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1. A Warm Welcome
Digital On boarding | 15 MinutesGet all participants on board and do a bit of practice
To achieve a sense of comfort in our digitally-blended learning environment
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2. Recap Dyslexia Screening & Identification
Digital learning | 30 MinutesQuick check on key concepts covered in (Module DSI)
To connect previous learning with upcoming topics
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3. Setting the Context
Digital learning | 30 MinutesIdentifying key challenges and problems faced by you in your Classroom
To explore your "WHY"
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4. (PRE) Principles, Accommodations & Modifications
Self Evaluation |Explore your background knowledge and key concepts
To reflect on your level of understanding
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5. (POST) Principles, Accommodations & Modifications
Research |Research key concepts and background
To update yourself and gain new insights
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6. Learning Strategies Basics
Research |Explore techniques and tips for effective learning
To help Students improve the way they learn
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7. Learning Strategies Case Studies
Case Study | 30 MinutesApplication of learning to specific Student profiles
To apply tips, techniques and strategies
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8. Teaching Strategies Basics
Research | 30 MinutesExplore techniques and tips for effective teaching
To help teachers improve teaching skills
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9. Facilitating Student Performance
Community of Practice |
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10. Teaching Strategies Case Studies
Case Study | 30 MinutesApplication of learning to specific Student profiles
To apply tips, techniques and strategies
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11. Application of Learning
Workplace Implementation |Observations and application of learning in the classroom and the community
To apply learning in the field and workplace
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12. Advanced Study (Optional)
Research |Additional materials and resources for progressing understanding and knowledge
To further gain expertise into the subject matter
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13. Final Reflections
Feedback | 30 MinutesReviewing your learning experience, collecting and sharing thoughts, ideas for improvement
To give constructive, qualitative and critical feedback
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14. Original Contributor
Sharing |Link this topic for articles, information, videos, questions and comments you wish to share with the Learning Circle
To be actively involved, proactive and an original contributor
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15. Any queries? Post here.
Learning Circle | 15 MinutesYour doubt clarification
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16. Miscellaneous
Learning Circle | 15 Minutes
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17. For the Admin Only
Laboratory |Teachers' Locker for Resources
Professionals
Chief Executive Officer
Masarrat Khan holds Master’s degrees in Clinical Psychology and English Literature from Mumbai University, and is a Structured Literacy Dyslexia Specialist and a Certified Academic Language Therapist. She is the Course Coordinator for the Dyslexia Therapist Training Programme offered by MDA in collaboration with Ms Sandra Dillon, author of the Sounds-In-Syllables Program, USA. She is a Pre-Primary and Primary Curriculum Developer and Trainer for the English Language and Math. Ms Khan was one of the Primary Investigators in the development of DALI-Dyslexia Assessment for Languages of India, has co-authored Research on ‘Ancestral Variations of the PCDHG Gene Cluster Predispose to Dyslexia in a Multiplex’. Ms Khan, with an invaluable experience of more than three decades in the area of Learning Disabilities, has been nominated as Member of the International Executive Council of Global Inclusive Education Network
Senior Psychologist
Ms Diya Basu is a Senior Psychologist at MDA, and is responsible for assessments, and training and mentoring trainee and junior psychologists.
She is also a Certified Feuerstein Instrumental Enrichment Programme Facilitator.
She conducts workshops and digitally facilitated learning circles on Dyslexia Awareness and Classroom Management Strategies, Interpreting Psycho-Educational Reports, and Study Skills and Strategies for professionals and mainstream school teachers.
This Learning Circle have been designed and published by her.
Maharashtra Dyslexia Association
Maharashtra Dyslexia Association is a not-for-profit organisation committed to securing the rights of students with Dyslexia (also known as a 'Specific Learning or Language Disability') to an appropriate education. MDA was started in March 1996 by a group of parents and professionals with a view to creating awareness about Dyslexia within the educational community and the general public, and advocating the rights of these students.
Our mission is to promote the rights of individuals with Specific Learning Disability through diagnostic and remedial services, advocacy, research and capacity building.