I have a student who reads well and is quite bright, but he tends to mix up or leave out a few sounds or letters. He doesn't make many mistakes and his spelling is probably within average. Should I tell him or it doesn't matter. He has good marks.
2007-03-19 05:26:33 · 5 answers · asked by salvador k 1 in Education & Reference ➔ Primary & Secondary Education
I have a little touch of dyslexia. I'd say tell the student about it, but assure him that it's not a big problem, he's doing very well. I'd say test him to be absolutely sure he's got dyslexia.
2007-03-19 05:34:28 · answer #1 · answered by viperdk28 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You need to be careful here. You don't want to diagnose the student because you are not qualified to make a medical judgement. This could get you into some trouble. The first step is to report your suspicions to someone at your school. Maybe a guidance counselor, social worker, nurse, assistant principal etc. Being a teacher myself I know these things can seen pretty detailed but going through the correct channels will ultimately be better for you, the student and the parent. Good luck!
2007-03-19 06:33:56 · answer #2 · answered by justinhbanner 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
As a teacher, I would think you have had some basic training in learning disabilities. If not, consult with the learning disabilities teacher in your school. (has to be in your school due to confidentiality) Together, you can tell the boys parents and outline an IEP (Individual Education Plan) to help him. Then the parents can bring in the boy for the IEP. You are not doing any favor to him to keep it from him and hope that it causes him no problems in the future. What if he mixes up on an important job interview or something else important to him? Also, it is likely that he already knows something is wrong once in a while. If his teacher is quiet about it, she is sending him the message to be secretive about it. Empower him with the tools to overcome this situation.
2007-03-19 05:36:20 · answer #3 · answered by Over The Rainbow 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have dyslexia as well and I am 18. The child needs to learn how to tell what a letter is. He also needs to learn to write it the proper way. It is difficult at first. trust me I know I still mix my letters up and my numbers! But you have to work with him and it will take alot of time. Just hang in there and he'll thank you later.
Kimimila
2007-03-19 06:45:08 · answer #4 · answered by The Irish Princess 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Only if it bothers you! There is a lot of great resources out there that does not include medication.
2007-03-19 05:31:55 · answer #5 · answered by Peaceful 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋