Dr Deepa Raja

iSEN MULTISENSORY CENTER

Have you ever wondered how a child feels while sitting in a classroom full of friends and realizing that he/she cannot do what the others are capable of doing?

It is tremendously unsettling for the child and the amount of stress experienced can take a toll not only on the academic aspect but also on other areas of life.

Gone are those days when Learning Difficulties (LD) were something that was hushed and only talked about behind closed doors. In the 21st century, it is of utmost importance to promote learning of reflective strategies and alter our teaching methods as per the needs of the child.

Weak basic skills should not become a barrier that affects the child’s ability to reach his/her academic goals. In case of any learning difficulties, early intervention is considered critical in order to improve long-term outcomes as well as helps in preventing self-esteem issues in the future.

We, at ISEN, promote the idea of designing an individualized intervention program, keeping in mind the child’s strengths and weaknesses. Our aim is to nurture kids with learning difficulties to become independent life-long learners, who strive and continue to grow in any field they choose to.

TYPES OF LEARNING DIFFICULTIES

Dyslexia

Dyslexia is a learning disability that primarily affects one’s ability to read and develop a strong understanding of language. It is, in fact, more than just a reading problem. A child with Dyslexia may also have difficulties with oral communication, organizational skills, following instructions or telling time.

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Dyscalculia

A condition that affects the ability to acquire arithmetical skills. Dyscalculic learners may have difficulty understanding simple number concepts, grasping numbers, problems learning number facts and procedures.

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Dysgraphia

Dysgraphia is a learning disability that affects writing, which requires a complex set of motor and information processing skills. Dysgraphia makes the act of writing difficult. It can lead to problems with spelling, poor handwriting and putting thoughts on paper. People with dysgraphia can have trouble organizing letters, numbers and words on a line or page. They might also have visual-spatial difficulties.

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Dyspraxia

Dyspraxia affects fine and/or gross motor coordination in children and adults. People with dyspraxia have trouble planning and completing fine motor tasks. This can vary from simple motor tasks such as waving goodbye to more complex tasks like brushing teeth.

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ADHD

Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a group of behavioural symptoms that include inattentiveness, hyperactivity and impulsiveness.

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SERVICES

TEACHER TRAINING
To ensure that the school’s teaching staff have a full appreciation of learning difficulties.

PARENTAL ROLE
To orient parents and carers about the Individuality of learner’s needs and to work in full co-operation as a team.

LEARNING SUPPORT
Individual structured literacy Plan tailored to their individual needs.

COUNSELLING
From childhood to adulthood to old age, from individuals therapy, couples therapy, family therapy to group therapy. Counselling covers all areas of life and is available for all.

SCREENING AND ASSESSMENT
Screening is helpful in making a profile of learners with his individual strengths and weaknesses. This profile helps us to utilize his strengths in a positive manner and combat weaknesses.