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Post by Judy on Mar 29, 2021 13:11:46 GMT
Hi Everyone A general discussion this time. To label or not to label? ( Sounds like an exam question!!) What positive or negative experiences have you had once a learner has been diagnosed with a specific learning difference? Something to think about over the Easter break  Judy |
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Post by Katherine Bishop on Apr 5, 2021 2:54:12 GMT
Hmmmm - a very interesting one. I think how that label affects the student depends significantly on how it is handled, explained to the child and what is done from there. I have seen a student of mine excuse himself from attempting a task because he said "my working memory isn't good, so I can't do that." It is possible that the 'label' hasn't been explained to him, and that he is unaware that there are things he can do to improve or compensate for his challenges. I think that hearing too much talk about testing and results can be detrimental for the student. Perhaps the parents themselves were/are unsure of what they diagnosis means for their child. Interesting - I think education is key, being pro-active, having a growth mindset and finding the right kind of support.
Happy Easter!
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Benedita Figueiredo
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Post by Benedita Figueiredo on Apr 13, 2021 18:09:38 GMT
Labels can be dangerous...labels carry messages that often confine a child to a particular role. They can be very difficult to remove.
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Post by beneditafigueiredo on Apr 13, 2021 18:10:09 GMT
Labels can be dangerous...labels carry messages that often confine a child to a particular role. They can be very difficult to remove.
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Post by farah2u on Apr 16, 2021 12:41:24 GMT
I find that giving a label to a child is different for all children, I have found that letting children know that they have dyslexia is really useful for them to understand and realise that they have a different way of learning things and making them understand it's not their fault. I believe that when they get to year 6 and continue to struggle with specific areas that a diagnosis can be crucial to help them in secondary school especially making sure other teachers see them not as 'lazy' but actually realise that the child is trying their best. However labels can also be a hindress if not understood well.
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