• Know your strengths & needs: Your learning profile – Learning Style/Type of Intelligence/Strategies• Know your rights: IPRC & IEP• Know your responsibilities: How to ask for what you need - Communication Skills

CONSTRUCTING ADVOCACY SKILLS

PLAN

Averageto

Above AverageIntelligence

Difficulties with:-writing-spelling-reading-math-organization

Brainprocesses

information differently

Ability to think is not affected

Ranges from mild to severe

Common1 in 10Hereditary

INVISIBLE DISABILITY

We use different methods and/or equipment to

complete school work..

We learn to negotiate our learning disability.

Tested on our weaknesses

Great abilities

Lifelong

Learning Disability Facts

EXPLORE FURTHERLearning Style Quiz Sites:

www.ldao.ca

www.edutopia.org/Quiz

www.studysuccess.co.uk/learning_questionnaire.htm

www.educationinsite.comDeveloped by Dr. Linda Karges-Bone

Also lists a 6 Question Kids Style Quiz (Gr. 5-8)

www.engr.ncsu.edu/learningstyles/ilsweb.html

http://homeworktips.about.com/od/homeworkhelp/a/learningstyle.htm

Parent Quiz to explore the learning styles for young students http://parenting.quiz.kaboose.com/25-what-s-your-child-s-learning-style

Learning Style (Sensory Approach)

Auditory Learner-best at absorbing information when it is delivered orally -visual cues reinforce learning but hearing information is preferred

Visual Learner-benefit from seeing information in a written format or in an illustration -may grow impatient listening for long periods of time.

Kinesthetic/Tactile Learner -prefers to be active while processing new information -frequent short breaks and/or interacting with the material increases your ability to learn

Your learning style affects how you prefer to take in new information.

Visual Learner Characteristics Visual Learner Benefits from:

Learns by watching Draw a map of events in historyor draw scientific process

Has to think awhile before understanding lecture

Make outlines of everything!

Likes colors & fashion. Copy what’s on the board.

Dreams in color. Ask the teacher to diagram.

Understands/likes charts. Take notes, make lists.

Needs quiet study time. Color code words, research notes.

Is good at spelling but forgets names. Use flashcards.

Use highlighters, circle words, underline.

SEEING & READING Watch videos.

Auditory Learner Characteristics Auditory Learners Benefit from:

Likes to read to self out loud Using word association to remember facts and lines

Is not afraid to speak in class. Recording lectures.

Is good at explaining. Watching videos.

Remembers names. Repeating facts with eyes closed.

Notices sound effects in movies. Participating in group discussions

Reads slowly. Using audiotapes for language practice

Is good at grammar and foreign language Taping notes after writing them

Follows spoken directions well.

Can’t keep quiet for long periods. LISTENING & SPEAKING

Tactile/Kinesthetic Learner Characteristics Tactile/Kenesthetic Learners Benefit from:

Can’t sit still for long. Studying in short blocks.

Does not have great handwriting. Taking lab classes.

Takes breaks when studying Taking field trips, visiting museums.

Is not great at spelling. Studying with others.

Likes role playing. Role playing.

Likes adventure books, movies. Using memory games.

Is involved in sports or dance Take notes of main points & then self-test

Likes science lab

Is fidgety during lectures. TOUCHING & DOING

VISUAL LEARNER (Information comes in through the eyes) AUDITORY LEARNER (Information comes in through the ears)

TACTILE/KINESTHETIC LEARNER (Learning incorporates movement)

http://www.dartmouth.edu/~acskills/videos/index.html

Learning strategies to improve academic learning

Note taking, Listening, Participation 8 ½ minutesTechniques for effectively recording and learning information from classes

Managing Your Time 18 minutesTime Management - methods for getting organized and making better use of your time

Reading Improvement: Comprehension and Rate 11 minutesStrategies for improving reading rate and comprehension

Improving Concentration, Memory, and Motivation 9 minutesStrategic Learning - a three-step process for meaningfully understanding and retaining information

Preparing and Taking Tests and ExamsStress Management - learn more about stress and stress management techniques

Mind Mapping: Smart Ideas / Inspiration Organization: Rainlender

Book Smart Logical Mathematical Interpersonal Visual/Spatial Smart (Language) (Numbers / Science) (Interested in others) (See It / Conceive It)

Intrapersonal Naturalists Bodily-Kinesthetic Musical (Reflectors) (Investigators) (Active / Movers) (Hummers / Tappers)

Education tends to be focused on a limited window of learning

The questions aren’t:

Are you smart ? Do you have abilities?

The questions are: What kind of smart are you?

What kind of abilities do you have?

Howard Gardner Ph.D. Social PsychologyProfessor Harvard University

The ability to read and write are not a measure of intelligence.

4 or more in any of the Categories A - E indicates your strongest abilities.1 or more in Categories F & G means you have abilities in those aspects as well.

Strong In THINK LOVE NEED

Linguistic In Words Reading, writing, telling stories, word games

Books, tapes, writing tools, paper, diaries,

Logical-Mathematical

By reasoning Experimenting, questioning, puzzles, calculating

Things to explore and think about. Science materials & museums

Spatial In images & pictures Designing, drawing, visualizing, doodling

Art, LEGO, video, movies, slides, games, mazes, puzzles, illustrated books

Bodily-Kinesthetic

Through somatic sensations

Dancing, running, jumping, building, touching, gesturing

Role play, drama, movement, building, tactile experiences, hands on

Musical Via rhythms & melodies Singing, humming, tapping feet & hands, listening

Sing-along time, concerts, musical instruments, music playing

Interpersonal By bouncing ideas off other people

Leading, organizing, relating, manipulating

Friends, group games, social & community events, clubs/mentors

Intrapersonal Deeply inside themselves Setting goals, dreaming, being quiet

Secret places, time alone, self-paced projects, choices

Type ofIntelligence

Description Typical Roles Related Tasks/Activities

Preferred Learning cues

Linguistics words and language, written and spoken; retention, interpretation and explanation of ideas and information via language

writers, lawyers, journalists, speakers, trainers, copy-writers, English teachers, poets, editors, linguists, translators, PR / media consultants

write a set of instructions; speak on a subject; edit a written piece or work; write a speech

• make flashcards• take extensive notes• keep a journal of what you learn

Logical Mathematical

logical thinking, detecting patterns, scientific reasoning and deduction; analyze problems, understands relationship between cause and effect

scientists, engineers, computer experts, accountants, statisticians, researchers, analysts, traders, bankers bookmakers, insurance brokersnegotiators

perform a mental arithmetic calculation; create a process to measure something difficult; analyze how a machine works; create a process; devise a strategy to achieve an aim

•Make notes into numeric charts and graphs• use the roman numeral style of outlining• put information you receive into categories

Musical musical ability, awareness, appreciation and use of sound; recognition of tonal and rhythmic patterns

musicians, singers, composers, DJ's, music producers, piano tuners, acoustic engineers, entertainers

perform a musical piece; sing a song; review a musical work; coach someone to play a musical instrument

•create a song or rhyme to remember concepts• listen to classical music while you study

BodilyKinesthetic

body movement control, manual dexterity, physical agility and balance; eye and body coordination

dancers, demonstrators, actors, athletes, divers, sports-people, soldiers, fire-fighters, PTI's, performance artistes

juggle; demonstrate a sports technique; create a mime to explain something; assess work-station ergonomics

•act out or imagine concepts • look for real-life examples that demonstrate what you’re learning about

Spatial visual and spatial perception; interpretation and creation of visual images; pictorial imagination and expression;

artists, designers, cartoonists, story-boarders, architects, photographers, inventors, sculptors, town-planners,

design a costume; interpret a painting; create a room layout; create a corporate logo; design a building;

• sketch pictures of notes• draw on flashcard for each concept or vocabulary

Interpersonal perception of other people's feelings; ability to relate to others; interpretation of behavior and communications

therapists, HR professionals, mediators, leaders, counselors, politicians, educators, sales-people, psychologists, teachers,

interpret moods from facial expressions; demonstrate feelings through body language

• discuss what you learn with a friend or family member• have someone quiz you before an exam• create or join a study group

Intrapersonal self-awareness, personal cognisance & objectivity, the capability to understand oneself, one's relationship to others and world

self-aware and involved in the process of changing personal thoughts, beliefs & behavior in relation to their situation, other people, their purpose and aims

consider and decide one's own aims and personal changes required to achieve them

• keep a personal journal • quiet study place• individualize projects

Naturalist love of nature: comfortable in wilderness; categorizes things;Reads about explorers; collects things;

Ecologists, archaeologist, paleontologist, meteorologist, Zoologist

Organized individuals who have vision regarding our planet and it’s relationship to man

•Study near plant or animal life•Nurture relationships off all things affecting man & environment

Build a model / Create a collage / Create an advertisementCreate a brochure / Create a bumper sticker / Create cartoons / Create a dance

Create a “how-to” / Create a mind-map with or without software / Create a political cartoonCreate a Power Point / Create a recipe / Defend a theoryDesign a brochure / Design and construct a new product

Design a game / Develop a Rubric / Draw a diagram / Draw a graphDesign and make costumes / Design a Web Quest / Give a demonstration

Give a speech / Illustrate a story / Illustrate a math concept / Interview an expert Invite a speaker / Keep a diary / Make a calendar / Make a learning center

Make a map / Make a mural / Make a puzzle / Make a simulation gameMake a tape recording / Paint a picture / Present a news report Produce a multimedia presentation / Re-enactment of an event

Set up a system of checks & balances / Teach a lesson / Take a survey Write a book / Write an essay / Write a letter to the Editor

Write a diary from someone else’s perspective / Write a monologue / Write a news report Write an opinion article / Write a poem / Write a song / Write and perform a rap

Write a story / Write and/or tape a conversation

Choice needs to be focused on absolutely essential learning goals.

Based on a student centered approachask for an assignment

- CHOICE -

Differentiated Instruction

Steps in Problem Solving

☼ Define the issue☼ Share issues and ideas☼ Generate and explore possible solutions☼ Predict consequences☼ Choose a solution & develop a plan of action☼ Develop a follow-up evaluation

Shared Solutions / Culture of Collaboration

Do’s Don’t

Look for solutions Look for someone to blame

Focus on the problem Focus on the person

Take a non-adversarial approach Take an adversarial approach

Use dialogue Engage in debate

Focus on the student’s interests Focus on a predetermined outcome

Think that “everyone can win” Think that “someone has to lose”

Focus on change Focus on control

Conflict Resolution Do’s & Don’ts

Shared Solutions / Culture of Collaboration

Strong Advocates“Do the Do List”

http://www.nldontario.org/articles/IPRCandIEPguide.html

The Individual Education Plan Document Addresses:

The student's areas of strengths and needs.

Strategies and Resources: Specific accommodations, human and material resources

Teaching strategies required by the student Intensity of the support required & who is responsible. Method of evaluation and monitoring cycle.

Editing Checklist for textHELP Read and Write: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h3cIVuZp1wA

Exporting / Importing Dragon Voice files: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0uTF00j_hr8

Virtual Printing with Kurzweil 3000: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=McgGlLL3I2A

How To-s of Zone Editing in Kurzweil 3000: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aLlIPWRKVTc

Creating Flash Cards using Kurzweil 3000: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z2DgLTs8G6A

Zone Editing using Kurzweil 3000: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yUBQn2eV65s

Creating Flash Cards in PowerPoint: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rU-L1qrbVH0

Planning for Success – PDF demonstration: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gNFNp_iFPEE

Planning for Success – Excel demonstration: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uHetqB0oLF0

ACCOMMODATIONSAssistive Technology - Video Instructions

Hi, my name is __________________. I am looking forward to studying ______________ in your class.

I am a smart student who wants to be successful. My Type of Intelligence is: _______________________.My Learning Style is: _______________________.

I am currently using the following learning strategies with success:___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________I use the following assistive technology software with success:__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________I use the following pre-approved accommodations, (listed in my IEP):___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________I would be happy to meet with you to discuss my needs.Respectfully,_______________________.

My Learning Profile

Director James Redford

Featuring accounts by students,experts and iconic leaders.

Monday, October 29th 7:00 p.m.

www.spannj.org/BasicRights/appendix_b.htm

QUIZ

What kind of smart are you?

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Add up each row: 4 or more “Trues” in any of the Categories A - E indicates your strongest abilities.2 or more “Trues” in Categories F & G means you have abilities in those aspects as well.

1. I’d rather draw a map than just tell someone directions.

2. I can play (or used to play) a musical instrument.

3. I can associate music with my moods.

4. I can add or multiply in my head.

5. I like to work with calculators & computers.

6. I pick up new dance steps fast.

7. It’s easy for me to say what I think in an argument or debate.

8. I enjoy a good lecture, speech or sermon.

9. I always know north from south no matter where I am.

10. Life seems empty without music.

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4 or more “Trues” in any of the Categories A - E indicates your strongest abilities.1 or more “Trues” in Categories F & G means you have abilities in those aspects as well.

11. I always understand the directions for new appliances or gadgets.

12. I like to work puzzles and play games.

13. Learning to ride a bike (or skates) was easy.

14. I am irritated when I hear a statement that sounds illogical.

15. My sense of balance and coordination is good.

16. I often see patterns and relationships between numbers easily.

17. I enjoy building models or sculpting.

18. I’m good at finding the fine points of word meanings.

19. I can look at an object 1 way and see it sideways or backwards easily.

20. I often connect a piece of music with some event in my life.

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4 or more “Trues” in any of the Categories A - E indicates your strongest abilities.1 or more “Trues” in Categories F & G means you have abilities in those aspects as well.

21. I like to work with numbers.

22. Just looking at shapes of buildings & structures is enjoyable for me.

23. I like to hum, whistle & sing when I’m alone.

24. I’m good at athletics.

25. I’d like to study the structure & logic of languages.

26. I’m usually aware of the expression on my face.

27. I’m sensitive to the expressions on other people’s face.

28. I stay “in touch” with my moods. I can easily identify my moods.

29. I am sensitive to the moods of others.

30. I have a good sense of what others think of me.

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4 or more “Trues” in any of the Categories A - E indicates your strongest abilities.1 or more “Trues” in Categories F & G means you have abilities in those aspects as well.

A B C D E F G

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www.spannj.org/BasicRights/appendix_b.htm

Add up each row: 4 or more “Trues” in any of the Categories A - E indicates your strongest abilities.2 or more “Trues” in Categories F & G means you have abilities in those aspects as well.

Linguistic LogicalMathematical

Musical Spatial Bodily-Kinesthetic

Intrapersonal Interpersonal

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www.spannj.org/BasicRights/appendix_b.htm

Add up each row: 4 or more “Trues” in any of the Categories A - E indicates your strongest abilities.2 or more “Trues” in Categories F & G means you have abilities in those aspects as well.

A B C D E F G

7 __ 4 __ 2 __ 1 __ 6 __ 26 __ 27 __

8 __ 5 __ 3 __ 9 __ 13 __ 28 __ 29 __

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www.spannj.org/BasicRights/appendix_b.htm

Add up each row: 4 or more “Trues” in any of the Categories A - E indicates your strongest abilities.2 or more “Trues” in Categories F & G means you have abilities in those aspects as well.

Linguistic LogicalMathematical

Musical Spatial Bodily-Kinesthetic

Intrapersonal Interpersonal