I learned that technology can be beneficial to students with learning disabilities. I also learned that dyslexia is a learning disability that affects rythm, meter, and word retrieval.I was also was not aware that teachers were not trained to work with chldren with dyslexia in the 1950's.
Two ways to use technology to support children with learning differences-
By allowing students to type their assignments and use spell check they will be able to complete their assignment without as many problems because they will not be focused on the spelling mistakes they are making.
By using text reading systems students that have difficulty reading or are auditorial learners will be able to listen to texts or information that needs to be presented to them for an assignment.
Resource- http://www.teachervision.fen.com/assistive-technology/teaching-methods/3791.html
Referances-
Behrmann, M. M. (1995). Assistive technology for students with mild disabilities. The ERIC clearinghouse on disabilities and gifted education, 529, Retrieved from http://www.teachervision.fen.com/assistive-technology/teaching-methods/3791.html
Jendron, J. (2011, October 14). Assistive technology and learning disabilities. South Carolina Assistive Technology Program , Retrieved from http://www.sc.edu/scatp/ld.htm
Schultz, P. (2011, September 03). Words failed, then saved me. The new york times. Retrieved from http://www.nytimes.com/2011/09/04/opinion/sunday/with-dyslexia-words-failed-me-and-then-saved-me.html?_r=1
I also learned there is more to dyslexia than what I believe the average person thinks... I hope we as future educators learn how to accommodate those who need assistance.
ReplyDeleteI agree! Technology can be very benificial to students and children with learning disabilities. The more the child is presented with technology the more familiar they will become. Technology is the key to success.
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