Gerry Duwin A. Dela Zerna, Ph.D.

Common Learning Problems

1. Listening
- those with difficulty processing and remembering
spoken language. AT can be used in various settings
(e.g., a class lecture, or a meeting with multiple
speakers).

2. Math
- those who struggle with computing, organizing,
aligning, and copying math problems down on paper.
With AT learners can better set up and calculate basic
math problems.
 Common Learning Problems
3. Organization and memory
- AT can help a person plan, organize, and keep track
of his calendar, schedule, task list, contact
information, and miscellaneous notes. These tools
allow him to manage, store, and retrieve such
information with the help of special software and
hand-held devices.

4. Reading
- AT tools help by presenting text as speech. These
tools help facilitate decoding, reading fluency, and
comprehension.
 Common Learning Problems

5. Writing
- AT helps students circumvent the actual physical task
of writing, while others facilitate proper spelling,
punctuation, grammar, word usage, and organization.
• Wheelchair or wheelchair ramp; Examples of AT
• Voice-activated computer;
• Telecommunication device;
• Electronic note takers and cassette recorders;
• An auditory FM trainer and closed circuit TV;
• Large-print books;
• Word prediction, voice recognition and synthesis, and word processing software;
• Switches and controls for access to equipment;
• Tactile materials for visually impaired students, such as Braille flashcards, pegboards for teaching
shapes or spatial relations, manual and electronic Braillewriters, and adaptive paper that provides
extra visual or tactile feedback such as raised-line paper;
• Pencil grips;
• Hearing aids.
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 Seminar-Workshop on the
Psycho-Social Intervention for
Children with Special Needs
February 10 to March 24, 2019 (Every Sunday)
Mandaluyong City

Seminar-Workshop on the
Psycho-Social Intervention for
Children with Special Needs
April 22 to 26, 2019
Catarman, Northern Samar
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10-day Psycho-Social Rehabilitation Camp
for Community-Based Children with Special Needs
April 26 to May 5, 2019
Catarman, Northern Samar

SPED Counselor/Volunteers’ Training on

Care and Management of Children with Special Needs
April 21 to April 26, 2019
Catarman, Northern Samar
 Thank you!

Dr. Gerry Duwin A. Dela Zerna

0917-8437758
Jherrie_01@yahoo.com