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LRDS 0610 - Learning Disabilities Orientation

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Catalog Description DESCRIPTION IS HERE: Hours: 9 lecture Description: Orientation to the Learning Disabilities program and assessment of learning strengths and weaknesses to determine eligibility for learning disability services. Procedures and services offered follow the criteria mandated by the California Community College Chancellor's Office Learning Disabilities Eligibility and Service Model. Students must complete an application for learning disability services and be approved for enrollment by the instructor. Students are asked to provide relevant documentation related to eligibility for services. (pass/no pass grading) (not degree applicable) Units 0.5 Lecture-Discussion 9 Laboratory By Arrangement Contact Hours 9 Outside of Class Hours Course Student Learning Outcomes Identify eligibility for services as an adult with a learning disability. Identify personal learning strengths and weaknesses. Identify and use strategies to attain academic goals. Course Content Outline I. Orientation - Learning Disability Program A. Define Learning Disabilities and Attention Deficit Disorder B. Give an Informal Writing Assignment C. Administer the Copeland Symptom Checklist for Attention Deficit Disorders - Adult Version II. Intake Screening Component A. Complete a Structured Interview and Screening B. Conduct a Visual Processing Screening III. Measured Achievement Component (administer applicable subtests from the following and other tests as needed) A. Woodcock-Johnson III Tests of Achievement B. Wechsler Individual Achievement Test (WIAT) III C. Nelson-Denny Reading Test D. Wide Range Achievement Test IV IV. Ability Component (administer applicable subtests from the following and other tests as needed) A. Woodcock-Johnson III Tests of Cognitive Ability B. Wechsler Adult Intelligence Scale Fourth Edition (WAIS-IV) V. Explain the Results of the Assessment as They Relate to the Criteria for CCCCO Eligibility and Service Model Components A. One: Intake Screening Component B. Two: Measured Achievement Component C. Three: Ability Level Component D. Four: Processing Deficit Component E. Five: Aptitude-Achievement Discrepancy Component F. Six: Eligibility Recommendation Component (Educational Limitations and Academic Accommodations) VI. Discuss the Results and Refer Students to Resources for Success A. Learning and Study Strategies B. Learning Styles C. Self-Advocacy Tools D. Assistive Technology Recommendations E. Campus Resources Recommendations VII. Develop Individual Student Education Contract and How to Provide Support Course Objectives Course Objectives Through participation in the orientation and assessment process, and in consultation with the learning disabilities specialist, the students will: 1. Evaluate themselves as learners by completing surveys, reading assignments, and writing assignments. 2. Complete the six components designated by the California Community College Chancellor’s Office Learning Disabilities Eligibility and Service Model. 3. Evaluate their academic strengths and weaknesses, learn effective learning and study strategies, and learn how to enhance their learning using assistive technology and campus resources. 4. Develop a Student Education Contract. 5. Demonstrate self-advocacy with faculty and staff. Methods of Evaluation Skill Demonstrations Reading Assignments 1. Read "100 Things Every College Student with a Disability Ought to Know” and write answers to the questions provided. 2. Read “College Students with Learning Disabilities: A Student's Perspective" and be prepared to discuss the content. Writing, Problem Solving or Performance 1. Write a passage identifying your learning strengths and weaknesses and how you discovered your learning difficulties. 2. Write answers to questions based on "100 Things Every College Student with a Disability Ought to Know" to indicate how the topics apply to you. 3. Identify learning strategies appropriate for your needs based on the results of your assessment, a learning style survey and experiences. Other (Term projects, research papers, portfolios, etc.) Students will complete the following: 1. Read printed and online reference materials to identify resources for their academic success and discuss; 2. Watch programs related to disabilities and discuss; 3. Discuss progress in current classes. Methods of Instruction Lecture/Discussion Other materials and-or supplies required of students that contribute to the cost of the course.