...After an initial meeting with the student and any others involved, we will then be able to create a lesson plan to utilize the skills and abilities of the student in order for them to maintain academic success. I utilize two types of models, both by Lev Vygotsky, to manage this focus. First, in... (read more)
...I am an excellent speller. I believe that this is mostly due to the fact that I began to read at the early age of five and have continued to read avidly for the greater part of my life. Next, I studied Italian and lived in Italy where I spoke, read and typed Italian for five years. (read more)
...I provide students models for what they will do, they will practice with guidance, then they will have opportunities to practice on their own. Each step is a form of assessment, where I can tweak the next step according to the student's needs. I've learned to use visuals throughout my lessons, ... (read more)