Module 3 Strand H2
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Module 3 Strand H2
Special Instructional Services
Modular Readings: Chapter 9, Bender text, ps. 261-275
Major Presentations - Caucus Conference
STUDENTS WITH LEARNING DISABILITIES
1) Demonstrate problems in the following areas regardless of placement:
a) attention
b) behaviour
c) social interaction
2) Require instructional practices such as the following:
a) peer tutoring
b) cooperative instruction
c) attribution training
d) biofeedback & relaxation
TEACHERS of LD students need to know which treatments are/not supported by research.
Refer to Bender, ps. 269-275, for an overview of treatments currently not supported.
QUESTIONS, THOUGHTS AND
POINTS TO PONDER
When implementing peer tutoring the focus is on what is possible within the inclusive classroom. Be cautious about what peer tutors are asked to do and what they are trained to do. Training is critical. The direct and indirect effects of peer tutoring needs to be emphasized:
a) academic achievement of tutee should go up, dependent variable
-manipulation of that variable is intended as the direct effect of tutoring
b) value of tutoring, positive changes resulting in tutors
-indirect effect of the tutoring program
Measuring both the direct and indirect effects of an educational idea often proves to be the convincing argument in decisions to implement a new instructional strategy. Respond or comment in Caucus as M3SH2.
INTEREST BOX 9.8 in Bender, ps. 264-265 reviews cooperative learning methods and discusses some issues involved in group vs individual reward structures. Discuss with colleagues and share any comments, questions or concerns you may have around group reward situations eg. How to assure that the workload is evenly spread through the group as M3SH2.
Attribution training improves self-concept and internal locus of control. What is your opinion of the research study presented in the text and the implementation suggestions? Post to Caucus as M3SH2.
NOTE: You do not have to comment or respond to each of the above. However, if you feel strongly in favour of or opposed to any of the above, please respond or probe our thinking.
Comment on the Major Presentations around the topical ideas of this strand in Caucus, at the CRITIC’S CORNER.
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