Academic Language Therapy Flashcards
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What is the primary focus of Academic Language Therapy?
Answer: Developing reading, writing, and spelling skills
Academic Language Therapy is designed to help students with dyslexia and related language-based learning differences by focusing on reading, writing, and spelling skills.
Which instructional approach is commonly used in Academic Language Therapy?
Answer: Orton-Gillingham approach
The Orton-Gillingham approach is a multisensory, structured, sequential method often used in Academic Language Therapy to teach reading and writing.
In the context of Academic Language Therapy, what does "multisensory instruction" mean?
Answer: Engaging visual, auditory, and kinesthetic/tactile senses to enhance learning
Multisensory instruction involves using various senses to help students learn and retain information more effectively.
Which of the following is a key component of the Orton-Gillingham approach used in Academic Language Therapy?
Answer: Structured, sequential, and cumulative instruction
The Orton-Gillingham approach emphasizes structured, sequential, and cumulative instruction, which helps build a strong foundation in reading and writing.
What role does diagnostic teaching play in Academic Language Therapy?
Answer: Identifying and addressing specific learning needs and challenges
Diagnostic teaching involves continuously assessing students' progress and tailoring instruction to address their individual needs and challenges.