Learning Disabilities
If you have learning disabilities, you are not alone.
" Typical learning difficulties include dyslexia, dyscalculia, and dysgraphia – often complicated by associated disorders such as attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder" (Learning Disabilities Association of America, 2004).
Classroom Modifications
for students with IEP's in Mrs. King's Science Classes
Physical arrangement of room
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Seating near a positive role model |
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Seating near teacher |
Lesson presentation
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After school tutoring |
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Online notes (pdf & PPT) |
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Providing visual aids and video clips |
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Online Textbook & Textbook on CD |
Assignments/ worksheets
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Daily assignments posted online |
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Issue lab protocol in advance to pre-read (online) |
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Virtual Labs when applicable |
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Rubrics |
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Allow typewritten and/or computer printed (emailed) assignments |
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Intervention strategy: analysis questions on each lab to determine comprehension |
Test taking
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Extra time on test |
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Take home tests |
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Allow to take test with IEP teacher |
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Grades posted on Edline |
Organization
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Online Textbook & Textbook on CD |
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Progress reports upon request |
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Academic Improvement Plan (AIP) tracking |
Behaviors
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Praising specific behaviors |
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Keep class rules clear and simple |