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How to help struggling students in my classroom (Communication (School…
How to help struggling students in my classroom
Communication
Parents
Parents should be consulted with regularly regarding the progress of their child. They can be asked to read and sign weekly reports to show that they have read and acknowledged feedback They can also be given chances to
School Staff
Class teachers can meet on a regular basis to discuss the needs of the struggling students and adjust instruction/content accordingly.
Teachers can communicate with the school counselor and seek advice on how to help students with major learning difficulties/behaviours.
Student
I can take time to sit with the student one-on-one and talk directly about their needs. We can agree on manageable goals for the week and reflect on previous work.
Instruction
Expectations
Treat all students equally and make sure they are aware they will be expected to reach same expectations as peers until a student is properly identified as having a disability.
Differentiation
Levelled assignments
Catering to different learning styles
Auditory
Visual
Textual
Kinesthetic
Peer-to-peer support e.g. pairing a stronger student and weaker student together, or placing students together in groups based on ability level.
Identification
School procedures
Referral to Learning Support Unit
Communication with parents prior to student enrollment
Creation of a learning/behavioural plan
Signs
Overall academic underachievement
Social difficulties
Inappropriate behavior
Making friends
Falling grades
Taking too long to finish tasks
Misbehaviour
Easily distracted
Absences
Finding excuses to leave classroom frequently
Sick days
References
Sunny Zhu (Personal Communication) February 3rd 2020.
Ciaran Hughes (Personal Communication) February 2nd 2020.
Created by Lois Hill