I can’t believe the semester is over next week! The semester flew by! I was just getting back into my “student groove”…
I’ve learned a few important things…
- I have difficulty physically taking notes in class. Need assistance. I write main points, but it is a crap shoot if I will be able to read them later!
- Writing is still illegible, actually worse. It was bad before, but it’s pretty bad now! Typing is slow because I can only use one hand.
- I need to sit in front of class to avoid distractions.
- Review lecture readings text twice before class.
- Sleep early… no TV till the weekend… luckily no football in the summer… this is why I like watching movies in the summer…
- Eliminate distractions… BYE BYE FACEBOOK!
- Caffeine can help delay the need for an afternoon siesta, but I crash hard!
- Quizes/tests require extra time. Need extra time to make accommodations to comprehend (minor double vision issues) + respond with typing/emailing my answers…
- Participating in discussion is sometimes difficult due to mild speech issues. I’m better in one on one/small groups.
- I like listening to movie soundtracks, Rat Pack/Big band, and classical music when studying…
I’m wondering how other students with physical disabilities address classroom issues. I’m still pretty sure my cognition is intact, but I think the physiological challenges of returning to class can be addressed!