Multilingual students and students with learning disabilities by Francesca B

Signs in the Classroom

francesbaartman — 2024-08-06 00:30:08 UTC

There may be signs in the classroom that a child is struggling, including an inability to focus, outbursts, lack of participation, low performance, low attendance, and avoidance.

Identifying a Special Need

francesbaartman — 2024-08-06 00:35:55 UTC

Identifying that a student needs special education may be made clear by parents, the student, a document or school history records. If not, the teacher will need to make further observations and collect data in the form of assignments and testing.

Identifying a Language Acquisition Issue

francesbaartman — 2024-08-06 00:45:10 UTC

Students with issues in language acquisition might have problems with phonological awareness, pronounciation and vocabulary. Their behaviour issues might stem from their struggle with the language. Further observations will be needed to assess the students specific struggles and the learning style best suited for them.

Multi-Resource Learning

francesbaartman — 2024-08-06 00:51:44 UTC

Using multiple resources in the classroom may be necessary to support struggling students. Teachers can use written instructions or pictures for visual learners, creating projects for tactile learners, and group projects involving movement for kinesthetic learners.

Collecting Data for Special Needs Education

francesbaartman — 2024-08-06 00:57:05 UTC

A teacher may need to observe a student based on the duration, the pervasiveness, and severity of the learning difficulties. Consistent communication with parents and special needs teachers may be needed to determine the most beneficial course of action for the student.

Outcome or Goals

francesbaartman — 2024-08-06 01:01:22 UTC

The outcome of providing the necessary support to students with special needs or language acquisition difficulties is a safe and comfortable environment where students' grades become a reflection of what they are truly capable of doing, and continue to encourage and support their successes along the way.