September 2024 - Special Educator e-Journal
Table of Contents
- Special Education Legal Alert. By Perry A. Zirkel
- Buzz from the Hub
- Assessing the Effectiveness of Video Presentations as Supplements to Printed Modules in Modular Reading Instruction for Public Elementary School Learners. By Claire U. Malibago
- Psycholinguistic Aspects of Dyslexia: Diagnosis and Correction. By Irina Bakhshiian
- Book Review: Coherence: The Right Drivers in Action for Schools, Districts, and Systems. By Nidia Saisbhan Lashley
- Book Review of Peter M. DeWitt’s Instructional Leadership: Creating Practice Out of Theory. By Yasman Cortes
- Latest Employment Opportunities Posted on NASET
- Acknowledgements
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Special Education Legal Alert
By Perry A. Zirkel
© August 2024
This month’s update identifies two recent court decisions that respectively illustrate different specialized aspects of the IDEA—state policy documents and manifestation determinations. see perryzirkel.com.
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Buzz from the Hub
Help Wanted: Early Intervention and Early Childhood Special Education Workforce Needs Findings from a National Survey
IEPs vs Service Plans: Everything You Need to Know!
Youth Employment: A Foundation for Mental Health and Well-Being
Involving Teens and Young Adults in Selecting Assistive Technology
- Six Global Lessons on How Family, School, and Community Engagement Can Transform Education
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Assessing the Effectiveness of Video Presentations as Supplements to Printed Modules in Modular Reading Instruction for Public Elementary School Learners
By Claire U. Malibago
Department of Education
San Juan Elementary School, Sta. Rita District I
Samar Division
Email: kleeruy16@gmail.com
Abstract
This study investigated the effectiveness of video presentations as supplement to the printed modules in modular instruction. This utilized the descriptive-survey design with the use of a self-structured survey questionnaire to gather data, which is focused on the perceptions of the learners on the impact of video presentations on their reading comprehension skills, reading engagement, and overall reading performance. The instrument used was in a 4-point Likert Scale of Strongly Agree (SA), Agree (A), Disagree (D) and Strongly Disagree (SD), with a value of 4,3,2,1 respectively. From the seven classes of sixth-graders in the 7 schools of Sta. Rita District I, 35 samples were chosen through simple random technique, specifically the lottery method. Responses were tallied and analyzed, and interpreted via mean and standard deviation. The effectiveness of the video presentations was assessed through the verbal descriptions derived from the weighted mean and mean ranges calculated by (4-1=3) then the difference is divided by four (4) as the greatest value of the scale (3÷4= 0.75), where umber one (1) as the least value of the scale was added. Results revealed that the use of video presentations as supplement to the printed modules in modular reading instruction is useful in enhancing the learners’ comprehension skills and it has increased the learners’ motivation and engagement min reading. The findings also show that the video presentations are instrumental in improving the overall performance of the learners in reading as shown by their scores in reading comprehension tests. The wide use and integration of the video presentations in instruction is recommended.
Key words: video presentations, modular reading instruction, printed modules
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Psycholinguistic Aspects of Dyslexia: Diagnosis and Correction
By Irina Bakhshiian
Master Special Education Teacher
Independent Researcher, Russia
Abstract
«Children struggle with reading? Do they mix up and transpose letters, making many visual tracking errors? What can be done to help schoolchildren overcome dyslexia?»
Dyslexia, being a common reading disorder, affects a significant number of school-aged children. It is characterized by difficulties in word recognition, text decoding, and understanding what is read, which is due to problems in the psycholinguistic sphere. The diagnosis and correction of dyslexia require a comprehensive approach based on modern methods and research.
Keywords:Dyslexia, Orton-Gillingham method, Fast ForWord computer program.
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Book Review: Coherence: The Right Drivers in Action for Schools, Districts, and Systems
By Nidia Saisbhan Lashley
Abstract
In the book, Coherence: The Right Drivers in Action for Schools, Districts, and Systems, Fullan and Quinn came up with a framework called the Coherence Framework to provide leaders with guidance on how to accomplish coherence in a chaotic and constantly changing educational system. They provided four components in which leaders should follow to achieve this task. The purpose of this book review is to discuss and evaluate Fullan and Quinn’s arguments
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Book Review of Peter M. DeWitt’s Instructional Leadership: Creating Practice Out of Theory
By Yasman Cortes
Abstract
Peter M. DeWitt’s Instructional Leadership: Creating Practice Out of Theory emphasizes the importance of practical implementation in educational leadership. DeWitt argues that effective instructional leadership requires actionable strategies supported by empirical research. He identifies key influences and advocates for collaborative professional development and data-driven teaching decisions. While offering immediate implementation strategies, the book’s brevity may leave some readers wanting deeper exploration of certain topics. Nevertheless, DeWitt’s focus on practical strategies distinguishes his work in the field of educational leadership.
Keywords: instructional leadership, practical implementation, data-informed decisions, positive school climate, professional development, student engagement
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Acknowledgements
Portions of this or previous month’s NASET’s Special Educator e-Journal were excerpted from:
- Center for Parent Information and Resources
- Committee on Education and the Workforce
- FirstGov.gov-The Official U.S. Government Web Portal
- Journal of the American Academy of Special Education Professionals (JAASEP)
- National Collaborative on Workforce and Disability for Youth
- National Institute of Health
- National Organization on Disability
- Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration
- U.S. Department of Education
- U.S. Department of Education-The Achiever
- U.S. Department of Education-The Education Innovator
- U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
- U.S. Department of Labor
- U.S. Food and Drug Administration
- U.S. Office of Special Education
The National Association of Special Education Teachers (NASET) thanks all of the above for the information provided for this or prior editions of the Special Educator e-Journal