
Asperger Syndrome Support Group
Asperger syndrome - also referred to as Asperger's syndrome, Asperger's, Aspergers or just AS - is one of five neurobiological pervasive developmental disorders (PDD), and is characterized by deficiencies in social and communication skills, normal to above normal intelligence, and standard language development.

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Hi all-
I am writing a paper on a suggestion that I have that schools should provide classes based on different learning styles that students have; this means that a student would go to a core class (english, history, etc.) then be separated into different groups to reinforce what they learn through an emphasis on the respective learning style that they possess- groups would be together for the core class, then separated into these groups based on their learning style. I think that this may allow schools to better integrate some students who do not do well in the traditional curriculum. I think this would help to at least partially mainstream some special education students. My question for you guys is, what is your kids' (or your, if you are on the autism spectrum) learning style and what works best for him or her? I would like this information so I can figure out how different teaching methods could help kids with special needs. To help you out, here are the learning styles:
-visual learners
learn through seeing... .
These learners need to see the teacher's body language and facial expression to fully understand the content of a lesson. They tend to prefer sitting at the front of the classroom to avoid visual obstructions (e.g. people's heads). They may think in pictures and learn best from visual displays including: diagrams, illustrated text books, overhead transparencies, videos, flipcharts and hand-outs. During a lecture or classroom discussion, visual learners often prefer to take detailed notes to absorb the information.
-auditory learners
learn through listening...
They learn best through verbal lectures, discussions, talking things through and listening to what others have to say. Auditory learners interpret the underlying meanings of speech through listening to tone of voice, pitch, speed and other nuances. Written information may have little meaning until it is heard. These learners often benefit from reading text aloud and using a tape recorder.
-tactile/kinesthetic learners
learn through , moving, doing and touching...
Tactile/Kinesthetic persons learn best through a hands-on approach, actively exploring the physical world around them. They may find it hard to sit still for long periods and may become distracted by their need for activity and exploration.
These explanations were taken from http://www.ldpride.net/learningstyles.MI.htm#Learning%20Styles%20Explained.
A free online learning style test is offered at http://www.businessballs.com/vaklearningstylestest.htm
Thank you so much for your help, I really appreciate it!
Sally
I am writing a paper on a suggestion that I have that schools should provide classes based on different learning styles that students have; this means that a student would go to a core class (english, history, etc.) then be separated into different groups to reinforce what they learn through an emphasis on the respective learning style that they possess- groups would be together for the core class, then separated into these groups based on their learning style. I think that this may allow schools to better integrate some students who do not do well in the traditional curriculum. I think this would help to at least partially mainstream some special education students. My question for you guys is, what is your kids' (or your, if you are on the autism spectrum) learning style and what works best for him or her? I would like this information so I can figure out how different teaching methods could help kids with special needs. To help you out, here are the learning styles:
-visual learners
learn through seeing... .
These learners need to see the teacher's body language and facial expression to fully understand the content of a lesson. They tend to prefer sitting at the front of the classroom to avoid visual obstructions (e.g. people's heads). They may think in pictures and learn best from visual displays including: diagrams, illustrated text books, overhead transparencies, videos, flipcharts and hand-outs. During a lecture or classroom discussion, visual learners often prefer to take detailed notes to absorb the information.
-auditory learners
learn through listening...
They learn best through verbal lectures, discussions, talking things through and listening to what others have to say. Auditory learners interpret the underlying meanings of speech through listening to tone of voice, pitch, speed and other nuances. Written information may have little meaning until it is heard. These learners often benefit from reading text aloud and using a tape recorder.
-tactile/kinesthetic learners
learn through , moving, doing and touching...
Tactile/Kinesthetic persons learn best through a hands-on approach, actively exploring the physical world around them. They may find it hard to sit still for long periods and may become distracted by their need for activity and exploration.
These explanations were taken from http://www.ldpride.net/learningstyles.MI.htm#Learning%20Styles%20Explained.
A free online learning style test is offered at http://www.businessballs.com/vaklearningstylestest.htm
Thank you so much for your help, I really appreciate it!
Sally
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