PRESALE: Strategies for Engaging Reluctant Writers

Strategies for Engaging Reluctant Writers

Disorders of written expression (e.g., dysgraphia) are commonly overlooked and underdiagnosed due to the high comorbidity rate with other conditions such as ADHD and ASD. This 90-minute, highly practical course reviews key signals demonstrated by students with writing disorders. It examines the developmental stages of writing so appropriate intervention starting points can be created. A multitude of immediately usable strategies and tools are provided to address the emotional, cognitive, and motoric blocks faced by many.

Learning Outcomes

1. Identify common comorbid conditions with disorders or written expression.
2. List the developmental stages of written expression.
3. State three foundational strategies for building successful, confident writers.

Course Information

• Target Audience: introductory- to intermediate-level OTs, COTAs, SLPs, teachers, and other pediatric professionals
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• Course Instructor:  Lori Benson Adams, MEd
• CE Broker course code: 20-1242294

Continuing Education Units (CEUs)

Sensational Brain LLC is an AOTA Approved Provider of professional development (#8215). PD activity approval ID# 00000. This distance learning, independent activity is offered at 0.15 CEUs, Introductory level, OT Delivery Service, Foundational Knowledge. The assignment of AOTA CEUs does not imply endorsement of specific course content, products, or clinical procedures by AOTA or indicate AOTA approval of a certification or other professional recognition.

Lori Benson Adams, MEd, is an educational intervention specialist and owner of Breakthrough Learning Solutions in Atlanta, Georgia. She has over 35 years of experience with students who experience sensory, learning, behavioral, and executive function challenges. Lori presents nationally to audiences of parents, therapists, and educators. She is known for her immediately practical information and wealth of knowledge and resources. Additional information can be found at www.loribensonadams.com. To view Lori’s courses, check out her product page.

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• Financial: Lori Benson Adams receives a speaking fee from Sensational Brain LLC and is the owner of Breakthrough Learning Solutions and Learning Lotus.
• Nonfinancial: No relevant nonfinancial relationship exists.

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