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Supporting students with Learning Disabilities (LDs) requires more than understanding a diagnosis; it requires understanding how students learn, process information, experience challenges, and build on their strengths.
In This Course, Participants Will:
- Explore the characteristics of Learning Disabilities (LD) in:
- Reading (Dyslexia)
- Writing (Dysgraphia)
- Math (Dyscalculia)
- Develop a clearer understanding of:
- Psychoeducational assessments
- Diagnostic reports
- What an LD diagnosis means in the classroom
- Examine the role of key cognitive processes, including:
- Working Memory
- Processing Speed
- Executive Function
- Understand how these cognitive processes impact:
- Learning
- Attention
- Organization
- Task initiation and completion
- Academic performance
- Explore the social-emotional impact of Learning Disabilities, including:
- Self-esteem
- Confidence
- Motivation
- Mental health and well-being
- Learn practical, evidence-informed strategies to support students through:
- Accommodations
- Instructional supports
- Assistive technology
- Executive function strategies
- Self-advocacy development
- Gain research-based approaches that can be implemented immediately in educational settings.
- Build confidence in supporting diverse learners and creating inclusive learning environments.
- Access a collection of downloadable resources, templates, and tools to add to their professional toolbox.
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| Whether you are new to supporting students with Learning Disabilities or looking to deepen your expertise, this course provides the foundational knowledge and practical tools needed to help every learner reach their potential. |
Recommended Participants: Teachers, administrators, educational assistants, psychologists, and counsellors who work with students.
Fees: $175 per person
Course Progression: 10 hours of self-led professional learning. No due dates or live classes. Rolling enrollment and no course closure date.
Group rate Pricing:
A private group can encourage team building, collaboration, and a shared language for staff at the same school. Please inquire about pricing.
