Module Four: "Identifying Reading Disabilities"

Powerpoint Summary: “Identifying Reading Disabilities”

            This presentation was helpful in understanding the background of teaching students with disabilities and how the teaching program has developed over the years. I am glad this presentation included the different stages of reading development. I had learned about that a long time ago, however, I did not remember all the specifics about each stage so this was a great review for me. I think it is important that this Powerpoint included the principles for low-achieving readers. We always need to remember to individualize the lesson, provide appropriate challenges, to make the learning environment comfortable and engaging, etc. These principles are a key foundation to fostering more growth and improvement in low readers. It is important to be knowledgeable and up-to-date on the most effective means of identifying a disability and then, how to help that child learn in  the most beneficial way possible. I think the guiding principles will be a great reference when working with a student who has a learning disability.