Several weeks ago we learned much from each class members' speech or language presentation and are now going to share some of what we've learned via our class blog. Please compliment each other on jobs well done, sharing a bit of what you learned from at least two presentations and how that learning may affect how you work in your classrooms.
Nicole: I really enjoyed your presentation on voice disorders. You shared some really great background information on how our voices work and why one might have a voice disorder. I feel like we will all remember the exercises you showed us on how to utlize voice thereapy with the straws and cups of water. These are ideas that if needed we can even use in our own classrooms.
ReplyDeleteLaura: What I really took away from your presentation was how difficult and frustrating it can be for someone who is struggling with semantic language. The activity you had us complete (decoding the riddles and writing) put us in the shoes of someone who has difficulties with semantics and I even struggled a bit myself. I could only imagine how much more frustrating it would be for someone struggling with the use of semantic language. You provided the class with some good modifications and accommodations that can be used in the classroom as well such as; practicing basic vocabulary, utlizing graphic organizers, practicing the use of figurative language, etc.
I so agree.
ReplyDeleteMelissa- I learned the impacts receptive language has on academics. When there is a receptive language disorder it may cause difficulties following directions, poor listening and comprehension skills, and difficulty with abstract language. I loved the picture schedules and the books with the "Wh" questions. These will be helpful when working in the classroom.
ReplyDeleteTerri- I liked your presentation on articulation. I liked how you stressed the importance of including phonics and pronouncing the letters in words for the students to her the sounds and make sure they pronounce the words correctly. It's important to not tell the student they are saying something incorrectly but correct the with modeling so they do not feel discouraged. This is something I try to do in my classroom for students who have articulation issues.
Jessica- I really enjoyed your presentation on expressive language disorders. I really thought it was interesting to note how frustration can be such a red-flag for students that struggle with this. I loved the idea of giving these students choices instead of open ended questions. It would definitely help with frustration to give choices.
ReplyDeleteMelissa- I learned a lot from your presentation on phonology disorders. The examples you gave for what these disorders look like is very interesting. Your explanation of the difference in articulation disorders vs phonology disorders was very helpful. The activity ideas you gave for improving phonology were great, particularly because many of them can be used with not just one child, but with small group or even the whole class. That can take some of the stigma away from the students that have difficulty.
Agree!
ReplyDeleteMelissa: I enjoyed your presentation on receptive language. Your presentation offered a lot of different information that we are able to observe in our classrooms to identify a possible a receptive disorder. Your activity was a great example that when working with children not all of them are able to do multi step directions as quickly as the person next to them. Your activity showed me that it is important to repeat directions and say that at a pace that is conducive to all learners in my class.
ReplyDeleteTerri: I learned a lot from your presentation on articulation. Your presentation had wonderful graphs and websites we can utilize. Your slide on the "do's and don'ts" was informative and a good reminder for use when we have a student in our class with articulation issues. I thought your fish activity was a cute and engaging activity for all children to work on articulation (not just those that have articulation issues).
Both great presentations.
DeleteKristina: The presentation you gave on Phonological disorder was well done. I learned a few things about phonological disorder such as physical reasons for the disorder, and the impact it can have on a student. The strategies you listed for improving phonological awareness can be utilized in the classroom to help a student with the disorder. Well done!
ReplyDeleteJessica: Expressive language disorder is something all teachers should be familiar with in the event they have a student with the disorder in their class. Your presentation on Expressive language disorder was very informative. Knowing the guidelines and characteristics of the disorder can help a teacher pick up on the signs so she could make referrals to an SLP, or just come to understand the struggles that student might be experiencing. Well Done!
ReplyDeleteGreat and complete presentations.
Melissa – I loved the color directions activity that you did with the class. Understanding receptive language is so important. As teachers, we are constantly providing students with verbal information and directions. This activity showed how challenging it can be for some students to process receptive language. It is important for teachers to understand that multi-step tasks need to be given in a manner that is appropriate for every student, and sometimes even providing written directions to go along with verbal directions can make all the difference.
ReplyDeleteNicole – Your presentation on voice disorders was very detailed and insightful. I feel voice disorders is what I knew least about prior to this class. The exercises you did with the class were fun, and a good representation of the overall concept.
Agree!
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