| DEA 15141 | 15 hours |
This course continues from and expands on Learning Disabilities I. The focus in these sessions will be on identification and recommendations for remediation of general and specific learning disabilities. Topics will include symptoms of specific learning disabilities, classroom management strategies (environmental, behavioural, and academic), practical intervention techniques, and teaching strategies.
Objectives
Upon completion of this course you will possess the knowledge to:
- define what a learning disability is
- specific classroom management strategies useful for students with learning disabilities
- behavioral intervention techniques to build self-esteem and increase success in writing, reading, and spelling strategies for students with learning disabilities
- awareness of inclusive education
The values/judgements you will possess and be able to exercise:
- sensitivity to students with learning disabilities
- effectiveness of strategies being used with a student with learning disabilities
Outcomes
- identify and discuss specific learning disabilities
- discuss and share practical classroom management techniques in terms of environmental, behavioural, and academic goals
- discuss and demonstrate effective strategies to help build self-esteem
- select ways to help students with perception difficulties or motor challenges
- summarize techniques used to help students with learning disabilities in various academic areas
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This course will be offered in a blended format. Blended courses combine live virtual meeting and lecture times with independent study. All courses will have a Nexus site and will open one week prior to the first class day. Course outlines will only be posted to Nexus. All Zoom links will be posted to Nexus.