CHILD DEVELOPMENT PEDAGOGY

GROWTH DEVELOPMENT CHILD

DYSLEXIA

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Students with dysgraphia often benefit from using a computer to type written assignments.
A
True
B
False
C
Either A or B
D
None of the above
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Adaptive typing techniques rather than standard keyboarding skills. This is because students with dysgraphia struggle to achieve automaticity with fine-motor skills. Accordingly, it is better for them to be able to look at letters as they type using whichever finger is most comfortable.

Detailed explanation-2: -Dysgraphia refers to a challenge with writing. It impacts skills like handwriting, typing, and spelling. There are many ways people with dysgraphia can improve their writing skills.

Detailed explanation-3: -Provide extra time to take notes and copy material. Allow the student to use an audio recorder or a laptop in class. Provide paper with different-colored or raised lines to help form letters in the right space. Provide graph paper (or lined paper to be used sideways) to help line up math problems.

Detailed explanation-4: -Print or cursive-Allow the student to use either form. Many dysgraphic students are more comfortable with manuscript printing. If getting started is a problem, encourage pre-organization strategies, such as use of graphic organizers. Computer-Encourage student to become comfortable using a word processor on a computer.

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