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Home / Techniques to help DSPS students succeed in the classroom

Techniques to help DSPS students succeed in the classroom

Make syllabus and textbook information available before the first day of class.

Write changes to the syllabus on the board and announce verbally.

Provide course expectations clearly in writing and verbally.

When possible and if necessary, allow students a variety of options to demonstrate mastery of core concepts, such as oral vs. written demonstrations, group projects, take-home quizzes and exams, etc.)

When class participation appears difficult for the student, if possible grade student on knowledge and application of course concepts instead.

Be flexible when you can.

Address disruptive DSPS students the same way as you would address other college students; privately and calmly, whenever possible.  Give short, calm, kind and honest feedback.  Student may not be aware of the consequences of his behavior on others as well as him/herself.   Provide examples of appropriate behavior.  Set up a silent, unobtrusive signal to help the student recognize when classroom behavior is unacceptable.  Set clear boundaries, expectations and goals.  If this fails, refer situation and student to the Student Life Office. Call Public Safety if necessary.

Regardless of any classroom assistants the student may have authorized to him or her, speak directly to the student at all times.

Allow the use of technology as an academic adjustment.

Encourage all students to avail themselves of campus resources.

Use technology whenever possible, i.e. put your syllabus online, offer your notes, powerpoint slides, study guides and additional resources. 

Assist the student to obtain a notetaker when this is an authorized academic adjustment.

Face students and read aloud any material written on the board, or shown on the screen. 
 When lecturing, speak slowly, clearly and begin with an outline of what is to be covered that day. 

Show only captioned videos and film clips.

Without compromising instruction, be flexible with absences and assignment due dates.

Offer students your lecture outlines, study guides and review materials whenever possible.

Restate key points several times.

Use color and graphics to emphasize key concepts and break down steps in solving problems. 

Use verbal and written descriptions of graphics and other visual diagrams.

Provide study questions for exams that demonstrate the question format, as well as the content, of the test.  Explain what constitutes a good answer and why.

Avoidance, hopelessness, frustration, constant moving, interruptions, disruptions and talking are possible signs of certain disabilities.  Meet with student privately and discuss concerns openly, and objectively.  Provide several campus resources for student to follow up.  Offer to make an appointment for the student while he or she is with you. 

Refer students to DSPS if they need services.

Contact the DSPS Director for assistance any time, 562-908-3420. 

 

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