Adults With Learning Disabilities. ERIC Digest In the 1990s, more attention has been focused on adults with learning disabilities (LD) Error patterns in reading, writing, speaking, and math may help http://www.ericdigests.org/1998-2/adults.htm
Extractions: Source: ERIC Clearinghouse on Adult Career and Vocational Education Columbus OH. Adults with Learning Disabilities. ERIC Digest No. 189. In the 1990s, more attention has been focused on adults with learning disabilities (LD) as a result of increased advocacy and research, several major federal laws, and heightened awareness of the changing demands of the workplace. Until now, most programs, research, and funding had been directed toward children, although it is clear that most people do not outgrow learning disabilities (Gerber and Reiff 1994). This digest looks at current definitions of learning disabilities, the experiences of adults with LD, factors influencing their successful adjustment to adult life, and strategies for adult educators and counselors. DEFINITIONS OF LEARNING DISABILITY Federal regulations for implementing the Rehabilitation Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act use the term "specific learning disabilities"disorders in one or more central nervous system processes involved in perceiving, understanding, and using verbal or nonverbal information (Gerber and Reiff 1994). "Specific" indicates that the disability affects only certain learning processes. Although adults with LD consistently describe themselves as being labeled stupid or slow learners (Brown, Druck, and Corcoran in Gerber and Reiff 1994), they usually have average or above average intelligence.
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Learning Disabilities OnLine - LD-Indepth: Reading And Dyslexia reading to Learn, helping Children With Learning Disabilities To Succeed, on how to help their schoolage children learn, and considerations for adults http://www.ldonline.org/ld_indepth/reading/reading.html
Extractions: Visit other areas of LD In Depth Select a Topic Abilities ADD / ADHD Adult Issues Assessment Behavior / Discipline Bilingual / LD Early Identification Family Relationships Foreign Language Acquisition Gifted / LD Glossaries I.E.P. LD In-General Math Skills Nonverbal Paraprofessionals Parenting Postsecondary Education Processing Deficits Reading Research Digest Self-Esteem Social Skills Special Education / IDEA 97 Summer Programs Teaching Technology Transition Writing The Coordinated Campaign for LD The National Joint Committee on LD Reading David: A Mother and Son Journey Through the Labyrinth of Dyslexia Late-Emerging Reading Disabilities Journal of Educational Psychology , 95, 211-224.This study looks at the apparent "fourth grade slump" in reading achievement for some students. The study explores whether this is due to unidentified reading problems in the primary grades or if these are deficits related to the more complex thinking skills needed by fourth graders.
Extractions: ERIC Digest No. 189 THIS DIGEST WAS CREATED BY ERIC, THE EDUCATIONAL RESOURCES INFORMATION CENTER. FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT ERIC, CONTACT ACCESS ERIC 1-800-LET-ERIC In the 1990s, more attention has been focused on adults with learning disabilities (LD) as a result of increased advocacy and research, several major federal laws, and heightened awareness of the changing demands of the workplace. Until now, most programs, research, and funding had been directed toward children, although it is clear that most people do not outgrow learning disabilities (Gerber and Reiff 1994). This digest looks at current definitions of learning disabilities, the experiences of adults with LD, factors influencing their successful adjustment to adult life, and strategies for adult educators and counselors. DEFINITIONS OF LEARNING DISABILITY Federal regulations for implementing the Rehabilitation Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act use the term "specific learning disabilities"disorders in one or more central nervous system processes involved in perceiving, understanding, and using verbal or nonverbal information (Gerber and Reiff 1994). "Specific" indicates that the disability affects only certain learning processes. Although adults with LD consistently describe themselves as being labeled stupid or slow learners (Brown, Druck, and Corcoran in Gerber and Reiff 1994), they usually have average or above average intelligence.
The Brantford Public Library - Adults Use NoveList and What Do I Read Next? to help you find new books to read! adults interested in reading some great Canadian fiction should participate in http://www.brantford.library.on.ca/adults/
Extractions: Attention adult library patrons! Interested in reading some great Canadian books, choosing the winner of a prestigious literary award, and winning prizes along the way? Why not participate in the Evergreen Award program? Pick up a booklist at the library and for every book you read on the list, fill out a ballot for a chance to win prizes! In October, everyone who has read the books on the list will be eligible to vote for this year's Evergreen Award. Thanks to the Brantford Keg Restaurant for their support.
HEATHER NEWMAN: Computers Teach Adults, Kids To Read Literacy agencies are using technology to help clients read, working on using computers to help match tutors and adult learners based on reading level http://www.freep.com/money/tech/newman3_20030403.htm
Extractions: FREE PRESS COLUMNIST Using computers has traditionally been a problem for adults and children who can't read well. Now, it's becoming a solution. Literacy agencies are using technology to help clients read, recruit new volunteers and tutors, and even share lessons between groups. People making use of those services get a double bonus: Not only do they improve their reading skills, but they also become computer-literate. Take Literacy Volunteers of America, the granddaddy of literacy groups. Its Detroit office works with the Warren Community Center to use computers for play and tutoring sessions for children and their parents. "This program helps with homework, software, books and games for the whole family," said Executive Director Margaret Williamson. The software includes programs that read aloud what is shown on screen.
Extractions: PDF Version Search Send-to-Friend Health Library Home ... Journal Notes by Jennifer Pitzi Hellwig, MS, RD One of the most feared aspects of growing old is losing the ability to think, the prospect of which can be even more dreadful to contemplate than our inevitable physical limitations. While there is currently no known way to prevent dementia, several studies have sought to identify methods of preserving or even improving mental function in older adults. A recent study in the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) found that specialized training in the areas of memory, reasoning, and speed of thinking helped older adults improve their abilities in these areas. Scientists from eight American research institutions studied 2832 adults aged 65 to 94 to assess whether training in memory, reasoning, and speed of processing would improve their abilities in these areas, and what effect this would have on their capacity to function in daily life. The subjects lived independently and did not have a history of mental illness or diseases that might affect their mental functioning (such as stroke). The participants were randomly assigned to one of four groups: Memory training remembering mnemonic devices and recalling word lists or sequences of items Reasoning training identifying patterns in a series Speed-of-processing training quickly identifying and locating information while withstanding distractions Control group
RESOURCES FOR TEACHERS OF ADULTS to help Develop reading in your Adult Learners (Dominique Chlup, 2005) Factsheets, worksheets, quizzes and games to help adults improve their http://www-tcall.tamu.edu/litresources/teachers.htm
Probate Court Help For Adults/Elders Drawing of woman reading in a library Probate Court. help for adults and Elders. As our family members and loved ones age, they may need help with their http://www.scselfservice.org/probate/adult/homeadult.htm
Extractions: As our family members and loved ones age, they may need help with their financial, health and other life issues. This section gives you information on: Elder Abuse and Dependent Adult Abuse Elder or Dependent Adult Abuse Restraining Orders Probate conservatorships (like a guardianship for an adult) LPS conservatorships (for adults with serious mental illnesses) Limited conservatorships (for a developmentally disabled adult) Medi-Cal (what it will cover) and nursing home care Name Change for Adults Adult adoption Incompetents Compromise - Protecting the money of a dependent adult Rules for Probate Court Forms you may need
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Extractions: With her simple, straightforward program, an acclaimed A.D.D. expert lays out the tools and techniques to help sharpen existing strengths and develop new ones. Weiss's practical guide teaches readers to unlock innate abilities effectively while cultivating skills that have long eluded them. YOU MEAN I'M NOT LAZY, STUPID Straightforward, practical advice for taking control of the symptoms, minimizing the disabilities, and maximizing the advantages of adult ADD.There is a great deal of literature about children with attention deficit disorder, ADD. But what do you do if you have ADD and aren't a child anymore? You Mean I'm Not Lazy, Stupid or Crazy?! focuses on the experiences of adults, offering accurate information, practical how-tos and moral What Does Everybody Else Know That I Don'T?: Social Skills Help for Adults With Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (Ad/Hd) a Reader-Friendly Guide
Pathfinders As such, they are probably close to the reading levels of your users. Use the pathfinder to help children and young adults connect with each other. http://www.eduscapes.com/earth/path3.html
Extractions: for Children and Young Adults Pathfinders are a particularly useful tool for inquiry-based activities for children and young adults. They save time and frustration by leading students to quality resources. They also provide an opportunity for adults to help guide a child's exploration. Read Connecting the Classroom and the Library: How One School Used Web-based Library Projects to Build Information-Literacy Skills by Mike Terry and Diane Spear in Information Today. Use the following links to help you explore this page: Pathfinder Design When designing pathfinders for children and young adults, there are a number of factors that should be considered. Audience Before jumping into resource collection, consider your audience. Are you developing this resource for children and/or young adults? What are the characteristics and experiences of these people? What are their reading level? Consider your local community. Is it rural or urban? Is English their first language? What are they studying in school? What do they do for fun? The more you know your audience, the better you can make quality selections. Go to Science Fair Topics and Research Paper Topics from Lakewood Public Library. Are there other student project starters that could be organized this way?
Family Literacy Program Less than ten percent of adults who need help with reading are currently actively seeking that help. Sources National Adult Literacy Survey (NALS) http://www.lee-county.com/library/progserv/ssvcs/literacy.htm
Extractions: Resources are located at each branch to help adults improve their reading and writing skills in order to participate more fully in community life. These books, audio tapes, and videos have been gathered together and placed on distinctive Plexiglas shelving in each of our branch libraries. Materials on the READY Shelf have been selected to help adults gain reading and writing English skills/ In addition, materials designed to improve basic mathematics skills and prepare for GED examinations are located here, as well as in the regular collection. Books to help literacy teachers and tutors as they work with basic literacy or English as a second language students are on the READY Shelf. All materials are available with a Lee County library card. T he Crossroads Café series of 26 videos is now playing on local television. This series and related workbooks help adults who are advanced beginners improve their English. T he videos teach practical English quickly and easily. You will love the characters and enjoy the stories and experiences in the friendly café atmosphere.
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Extractions: ISBN 1-57805-070-7 The following is an extract by Dr. Horace Dobbs Dolphin Healing from Afar M y dolphin trail began nearly thirty years ago, when on vacation off the Isle of Man, in the Irish Sea. I was on a scuba-diving holiday with a close friend. We were both heads of different medical research laboratories, studying the brain and the central nervous system. Little did I know that this holiday would provide an unforgettable inspiration for new research and something that would completely change my life. The story of how my relationship with Donald unfolded was the subject of several books and a major documentary. The television film recorded the remarkable relationship I was able to establish with Donald, who was about three and a half meters long, weighed approximately 230 kilograms, and was totally free to swim away at any time. What was extraordinary about our friendship was that it was his choice . There was no way I could swim after Donald if he decided to go somewhere else, which he often did. This gave rise to an interesting change of attitude on my part with regard to the studies I tried to conduct with him. I had to accept that it was the dolphin who was in control - not me.
20 Ways For Teenagers To Help Other People By Volunteering Helping Others Learn to Read. When you think about it, reading is one of the most important skills Many adults, however, have never learned how to read. http://www.bygpub.com/books/tg2rw/volunteer.htm
Extractions: This is an online resource for the book The Teenager's Guide to the Real World by Marshall Brain, ISBN 1-9657430-3-9. The online resources are offered as a free supplement to the book. They help you access the huge library of material for teenager's available on the Web. For more information on the book please click here. Have you ever thought about volunteering your time to a local charity or community organization? There are many different reasons for you to start volunteering: Your reasons for volunteering are as individual as you are, but no matter what your reasons you can get a lot out of volunteering. You can learn about yourself, learn about others and meet a lot of interesting people by volunteering. You can help others as you help yourself.
Hoagies' Gifted Education: Reading Lists What reading programs can be offered to help them meet these challenges Books for Children Featuring Gifted Children For kids and young adults (marked) http://www.hoagiesgifted.org/reading_lists.htm
Extractions: Hoagies' Gifted Education Page depends on you ! Please donate today. Thank you. "One way to approach the question of guiding gifted readers is to consider their intellectual and emotional development in light of reading and literature. What are the intellectual and emotional challenges they face specifically because they are gifted? What reading programs can be offered to help them meet these challenges successfully?" Judith Wynn Halsted, Guiding the Gifted Reader (ERIC Digest #481) Wild about math, genetics, poetry, programming, biographies, science fiction, science or other "hot" topics for gifted kids? Check this list for lots of books for all ages, on these and other Hot Topics for gifted kids! A reading list of a different color, Hot Topics! are listed by topic first, and reading level second
NSPCC Inform - Adults Abused As Children: A Reading List adults abused as children. a reading list June 2003 A book to help adults abused as children explore the strengths and joys as well as the difficulties http://www.nspcc.org.uk/inform/ReadingLists/Adults.asp
Extractions: This list shows a selection of books on the subject of adults abused as children that are held by the NSPCC Library and Information Service , and has been prepared in response to many requests from the general public for information on this topic. Items included do not necessarily reflect the views of the NSPCC. You can search the full Library catalogue yourself on NSPCC inform. Anyone wishing to obtain any of the items on the list should contact their own public or academic library or bookshop.
