Learnign needs
I feel that giving extra attentionis not the proper way to go about this. It will often alienate other students and make then foee as if favoritism is abound.
What I wouuld normally do is ask the student to meet with me on a weekly or bi-weekly basis to complete an overview of the mateial presented thus far.
I like to answer any questions that are related to the subject right away in hopes of clearing up any questions that others may have but might not ask. If it is going to take too long or if the student still is just not understanding then I make arrangements to meet with that student and clear things up.
Shawne,
you are definitely right. I want to be open to & help the students, but I cannot ask them if they have a disability, it is up to them to disclose.
Ryan Meers, Ph.D.
If a student is having trouble because of a disability and you don't know it, i feel it is the students responsibility to take action.
Diane,
I would completely agree that our interest in our students as individuals goes a long way in helping them succeed.
Dr. Ryan Meers
A student with an IEP has already been evaluated and a plan is in place. This makes the job of supporting their learning needs easier. The student without the IEP who seems to be having difficulty is much harder to assist. Observation and conversation with the student usually assists with identification of ways to support the learning of the student. I have observed that the interest of the instructor to assist the student no matter the issue, seems to have a positive impact on the students abilities.
All students learning abilities vary and some carry their IEP's through to college.
Aaron,
I think this strategy can work as well, it has to be tailored for the student for sure.
Dr. Ryan Meers
