In my previous blog I discussed the connection between UDL and how the brain works. But I am now going to focus on tools that we can use in our classroom. These tools will help us deliver vibrate and insightful education for all your students.
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As a person with dyslexia I understand the challenges of reading. I as diagnose in second grade and fought everyday in school to be successful. Howeve, my success came without of tears and frustration. When I was a young I detested reading. I also really struggled with writing and composing papers. To this day, I still wrestle with putting my thoughts down on paper and stumble over words as I read. But this has only made me a stronger person. As an educator, I will do everything possible to find resources for my struggling reader and writers, in hopes of them never having to feel the anguish I felt.
CAST.com is a wonderful resource for finding assistive technology devices for students with dyslexia.
The UDL Editions are a series of classic books that have been 'updated' by technology. The UDL Editions will read the text, ask comprehension questions and provide definition for vocabulary words. This program is great because children with dyslexia practice their comprehension skills, be challenge and enjoy books without enduring the frustrations of decoding words. The program provide three different levels of questions, which assists with meeting students at their varying levels -- it's universal!
References:
Udl toolkits: Teaching every student. (2013). Retrieved from http://www.cast.or
/teachingeverystudent/toolkits/tk_procedures.cfm?tk_id=21
I think it is awesome that you have chosen a career in education especially because of the struggles you went through as a child and continue with today. Children need someone in their classroom that they can relate to and someone who understands how they learn. Your students are very lucky to have someone that will make them feel comfortable and confident during learning.
ReplyDeleteJamie, I agree with Kate that it is great that you are not allowing your struggles as a young student to discourage you from teaching, but instead using it to guide your career. I think it is great that you are able to make so many connections between the material and your own personal experiences.
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