Outcomes: Teachers of LD Students' Survey Statements
All of the respondents to the spring 2000 teacher survey agreed that the Learning Disabilities and Technology project had the following effects on participating LD students:
- Improved behavior
- "I see an increase in responsible behavior in kids I know to be extremely irresponsible."
- "Behavior has never been better. Classroom teachers remark on the positive change of attitude." (Verbal comment to SETC staff.)
- "More work has been produced by all students."
- "Less time is needed for class management."
- "My students have become very competitive."
- Increased motivation to write
- Improved reading and writing skills
- Improved technology skills
- More pride in their work
- More enjoyment of school or enthusiasm for schoolwork
- Improved confidence or self-concept
Additionally, more than 70% agreed that as a result of the project their students:
- Wrote more often and wrote longer papers
- Used better mechanics in their written work
- Received more positive attention from peers
- Had improved attendance
- Had improved relationships with regular education students
- Had increased motivation to read
- Had better organizational skills
- Were more responsible