It is well known that becoming a successful reader is dependent on experiences and knowledge in listening, speaking, reading, and writing. There are many different kinds of activities and specific classroom experiences that will help students develop literacy skills that lead to reading success.
Literacy skills are important for all students. Legislation, such as (broken link) No Child Left Behind, has emphasized that schools must implement effective instruction that will allow all children to learn and read (Copeland & Keefe, 2007). When considering this imperative, a few questions may arise. Fear not, teachers. Your friends at T-TAC ODU are here to help you find answers to these important questions.
How do we teach literacy skills to students with significant cognitive disabilities (SCD)?
It is well known that becoming a successful reader is dependent on experiences and knowledge in listening, speaking, reading, and writing. There are many different kinds of activities and specific classroom experiences that will help students develop literacy skills that lead to reading success.
Are there any reading programs/curricula available for students with SCD?
Yes! T-TAC ODU has some excellent resources and programs available for checkout from the T-TAC ODU Lending Library.
Several are noted below that you can request by title.
Attainment Early Literacy Skills Builder (for elementary school students) Ablenet Star Reporter (for all ages)
Don Johnston Inc.’s Start-to-Finish Library (for middle and high school students) Don Johnston Inc.’s Early Literacy Starters (for all ages)
Reference:
Copeland, S. & Keefe, E. (2007). Effective literacy instruction for students with moderate or severe disabilities. Baltimore, MD: Brookes Publishing Co.
