#LDchat Transcript
Healthcare social media transcript of the #LDchat hashtag.
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 | Understood @UnderstoodOrg LIVE NOW Welcome to today’s #LDchat! This is Morgan with the Understood team. Today we have, parent and school leader Brian Thomas (@brianwthomas), MS, to discuss strategies for supporting kids with #LD and #ADHD as they prepare for college. https://t.co/HzPTf4Dvmh |
| Understood @UnderstoodOrg Who's with us today? #LDchat |
 | Bookshare @Bookshare Bookshare is happy to join the chat. #ldchat |
 | Brian Thomas @brianwthomas Hello, Folks: I am so happy to be here today, answering questions. Let me know what's on your mind. #ldchat |
 | Edie Brown @edielovesmath @UnderstoodOrg Edie: Academic therapist in Washington DC. Building an international tribe of teachers and parents of teens and young adults with ADHD. Most are college-bound. #LDchat |
| Brian Thomas @brianwthomas @edielovesmath @UnderstoodOrg Terrific, @edielovesmath. Many good friends in the DC Area. I hope I can add value to your thinking. #LDchat |
| Understood @UnderstoodOrg Let's get started! We'll use a Q1, Q2… format for questions. Please use the A1, A2… format for answers. Here's the first question… #LDchat |
| Understood @UnderstoodOrg Q1. What should a student with #LD or #ADHD look for when choosing a college? #LDchat https://t.co/SzcUFh1gcu |
| Brian Thomas @brianwthomas A1. (1/2) An #LD or #ADHD student should look for two things upon researching a college. First, what does the school have in terms of support in place. How many staff members and what kind of support. #LDchat |
| Brian Thomas @brianwthomas A1. (2/2) Second, and most importantly, students should ask the school for other students - two or three - who might have similar learning differences. #LDchat |
| Understood @UnderstoodOrg RT @brianwthomas: A1. (2/2) Second, and most importantly, students should ask the school for other students - two or three - who might have similar learning differences. #LDchat |
| Understood @UnderstoodOrg Choosing a college is a big job with many moving pieces, help lessen the stress by avoiding these potential pitfalls. https://t.co/t1VsdTE5Rc #LDchat |
| Understood @UnderstoodOrg RT @brianwthomas: A1. (1/2) An #LD or #ADHD student should look for two things upon researching a college. First, what does the school have in terms of support in place. How many staff members and what kind of support. #LDchat |
| Understood @UnderstoodOrg There are a lot of factors that go into choosing a college, here’s how you can help your child with #LD or #ADHD weigh the options. https://t.co/WhHiJvRR7b #LDchat |
| Edie Brown @edielovesmath @UnderstoodOrg Only 40% of college students with ADHD say that they were offered enough accommodations. Keep in mind, they are responsible for their own services. The college is not required to ask. #LDchat |
| Understood @UnderstoodOrg 15 college programs for young adults with #LD or #ADHD. https://t.co/y84AV5yQhn #LDchat |
| Understood @UnderstoodOrg The second question is coming up… #LDchat |
| Understood @UnderstoodOrg What are the pros and cons of students disclosing their #LD or #ADHD on a college application? #LDchat https://t.co/e3SzJkvu92 |
| Brian Thomas @brianwthomas @edielovesmath @UnderstoodOrg Even at my daughter's college, which has been quite accommodating, it has still been a struggle. #LDchat |
| Brian Thomas @brianwthomas A2. (1/2) Great question: The most important thing are two-fold. One: Students should not pretend to be something they are not. Two: Students need to disclose so that they can get the support they need and are entitled to. #LDchat |
 | sumnersgators @sumnersgators1 @edielovesmath @UnderstoodOrg That’s a great point. It’s important that students learn to advocate for themselves and their needs. This starts even at the elm level! #edu5213SBU #LDchat |
| Understood @UnderstoodOrg @sumnersgators1 Hi Jess! Make sure to use #LDchat so everyone can see your answers :) |
| Understood @UnderstoodOrg RT @brianwthomas: A2. (1/2) Great question: The most important thing are two-fold. One: A2. (1/2) Great question: The most important thing are two-fold. One: Students should not pretend to be something they are not. Two: Students need to disclose so that they can get the support they need and are entitled to. #LDchat |
| Understood @UnderstoodOrg Whether it’s on an application or to a professor, here are some factors to consider about disclosing #LD or #ADHD. https://t.co/xjTXQIdtNY #LDchat |
| Brian Thomas @brianwthomas A2. (2/2) Without disclosing, colleges will not understand how a student has self-advocated or persevered. #LDchat |
| Understood @UnderstoodOrg RT @brianwthomas: A2. (2/2) Without disclosing, colleges will not understand how a student has self-advocated or persevered. #LDchat |
 | Cognitively_Accessible_Math @geonz @UnderstoodOrg #LDChat seek at least one person who will be a close ally. There are often specific people & supports you won't know about (but yes, also look closely over the college info!) or might not be specific for #LD but will help. |
| sumnersgators @sumnersgators1 @UnderstoodOrg Students should consider the type of learner they are and ask about what accommodations the university is willing to offer. #edu5213SBU #LDchat |
| Understood @UnderstoodOrg Let's move on to Q3… #LDchat |
| Understood @UnderstoodOrg What supports and services are available to students with #LD or #ADHD in college, and how do they get them? #LDchat https://t.co/aeIiSbYmWi |
 | Tara Buehler @blersbrainiacs @sumnersgators1 @edielovesmath @UnderstoodOrg I agree! I teach at the elementary level and I think it is so important that students in my 5th grade class learn to self-advocate! #edu5213SBU #LDchat |
| Brian Thomas @brianwthomas @Magdalenna2629 Right on! That should be the first thing, if colleges have the resources and support available. #LDchat |
 | Sammy A. @potpier1 @Doctor_Bel @DoctorSam7 @SandraTidswell @AmeliaMills73 @BrettYoud @PamelaSnow2 @Isaology @Cfstep @duns3399 @dzyngier @dmounty14 @NarelleLynch1 @lifelonglit @dejaynjd @beswick_helene @Rob41554843 @ReadingShanahan @spelfabet @ReadingRockets @CodeReadNetwork @KirstenDuncombe @DrSandraM @Smithre5 @EminaMcLean FYI: #LDchat happening now for those interested. #Literacy #Reading #LD |
| Brian Thomas @brianwthomas @SpTeacherJames Students think they will not be accepted to a school if they disclose their #LD or #ADHD. If they are not accepted, it may not be the right school for them. #LDchat |
| Brian Thomas @brianwthomas A3. (1/3) It depends on the college or university. There tends to be quite a variety of support. Thanks to great resources like https://t.co/vgnRQGc42u, ALL schools now have help and a thriving community of experts. #LDchat |
| Bookshare @Bookshare Bookshare is a FREE ebook library resource for US college students with #LD like dyslexia. We have a collection of over 730k books including textbooks for college classes. Sign up at https://t.co/YEqpkwCrIW. #LdChat |
| Edie Brown @edielovesmath @UnderstoodOrg A2. 5% of college students with ADHD graduate. There ways to turn things around. Practice skills in Transition IEP goals. Unfortunately, they are less likely to feel confident in being successful. Emotional and psychological challenges result in greater intrinsic power. #LDchat |
| Brian Thomas @brianwthomas A3. (2/3) From Whitman College, where my daughter attends, to Stanford University, which is the hardest school to get into in the US, just about every school has a student support center for students who might need learning help. #LDchat |
| Understood @UnderstoodOrg RT @brianwthomas: A3. (1/3) It depends on the college or university. There tends to be quite a variety of support. Thanks to great resources like https://t.co/vgnRQGc42u, ALL schools now have help and a thriving community of experts. #LDchat |
| Understood @UnderstoodOrg Are There IEPs and 504 Plans in College? Expert Jim Rein, MA, weighs in. https://t.co/b29p0B3bCv #LDchat |
| Tara Buehler @blersbrainiacs @SpTeacherJames I feel like while it may not be a con, unfortunately there is sometimes a stigma that comes with disclosing that information. Students don't want to be judged based on their abilities. #edu5213SBU #LDchat |
| Brian Thomas @brianwthomas A3. (3/3) Remember, some students don’t hit a wall until they get to college. So, colleges have advisors. Talk to one of the deans or advisors upon application, acceptances, or arrival at the school. #LDchat |
 | Robin Schwartz @mathconfidence @UnderstoodOrg in HS T's may allow a s to do a PPT instead of a term paper or 5 paragraph essay #ldchat |
| Understood @UnderstoodOrg RT @brianwthomas: A3. (2/3) From Whitman College, where my daughter attends, to Stanford University, which is the hardest school to get into in the US, just about every school has a student support center for students who might need learning help. #LDchat |
| Understood @UnderstoodOrg College may mean no more #IEPs or #504plans, but that doesn’t mean your child can’t get support. Here’s a list of accommodations students can get in college. https://t.co/DjiWxHDFiY #LDchat |
| Understood @UnderstoodOrg RT @brianwthomas: A3. (3/3) Remember, some students don’t hit a wall until they get to college. So, colleges have advisors. Talk to one of the deans or advisors upon application, acceptances, or arrival at the school. #LDchat |
| Robin Schwartz @mathconfidence @blersbrainiacs @SpTeacherJames disclosure is a tricky prospect for a lot of #ld students at school as well as n the job #ldchat |
| Understood @UnderstoodOrg @mathconfidence Hi Robin! Make sure to use #LDchat so everyone can see your response! |
| Brian Thomas @brianwthomas @blersbrainiacs @SpTeacherJames I would love to hear from people where disclosing was definitely a con. Evidence-based answers only. #LDchat |
| sumnersgators @sumnersgators1 @UnderstoodOrg It makes me wonder what changes need to happen at the secondary level to prepare our students? #edu5213SBU #LDchat |
| Robin Schwartz @mathconfidence @UnderstoodOrg I wish that there were more supports in college students who have been able to explain to their teachers or have a modified assignment in HS do not have that optioni ncollege #ldchat |
| Understood @UnderstoodOrg Time for Q4… #LDchat |
| Understood @UnderstoodOrg Q4. What can families and teachers do to help prepare young adults for the transition of college? #LDchat https://t.co/gHQzLenxba |
| Edie Brown @edielovesmath @brianwthomas @UnderstoodOrg A3 My older students must take charge. I encourage parents to step back. #ldchat |
| Brian Thomas @brianwthomas @sumnersgators1 @UnderstoodOrg Very true. Better college guidance for sure. #LDchat |
| Brian Thomas @brianwthomas A4. Families and teachers can let their children and students know that they will be okay. It’s about confidence & asking for help. What got the student into college will be the same strengths that will sustain them throughout. Gain skills, ask for help, gain confidence. #LDchat |
| Understood @UnderstoodOrg RT @brianwthomas: A4. Families and teachers can let their children and students know that they will be okay. It’s about confidence & asking for help. What got the student into college will be the same strengths that will sustain them throughout. Gain skills, ask for help, gain confidence. #LDchat |
| Understood @UnderstoodOrg High school to college can be a complex transition. Here’s how to help young adults think realistically about college and their future. https://t.co/E1Ee3PyNFY #LDchat |
| Robin Schwartz @mathconfidence @UnderstoodOrg Remind them that many classes will only meet 2 days a week and that they will benefit by doing homework all along also check @CanvasLMS and/or @Blackboard every day #ldchat |
| sumnersgators @sumnersgators1 @brianwthomas @UnderstoodOrg I’m glad to hear there are resources available ... now to get learners to be willing to seek help 🤨. #edu5213SBU #LDchat |
| Understood @UnderstoodOrg Adjusting to life with a roommate is never easy. Help smooth the transition with these 12 steps. https://t.co/CSQHPAhCke #LDchat |
| Brian Thomas @brianwthomas @edielovesmath @UnderstoodOrg YES! And, coaching is the key at any grade-level. My daughter was good at advocating in 11th grade. My friend's daughter learned in grade 4. #LDchat |
| Robin Schwartz @mathconfidence @UnderstoodOrg Find more alternatives for non college bound s's #ldchat beyond trade school and military |
| Robin Schwartz @mathconfidence @UnderstoodOrg A4 give young adults time and space #ldchat |
| Brian Thomas @brianwthomas @SpTeacherJames @edielovesmath @UnderstoodOrg I had not seen that statistic either. I am wondering who is conducting good research on the persistence of #LD and #ADHD students? #LDchat |
 | Amy Stringer @amestringer Great info to share with students! I now want to find which colleges in Texas might offer similar programs... |
| Robin Schwartz @mathconfidence @sumnersgators1 @brianwthomas @UnderstoodOrg yes many s's with or without ld do not seek help #ldchat |
| Understood @UnderstoodOrg Any final thoughts before we wrap up for the week? #LDchat |
| Robin Schwartz @mathconfidence @Magdalenna2629 @UnderstoodOrg I wish IEP could transfer to college #ldchat many s's know so much but cannot express in writing |
| Brian Thomas @brianwthomas I think roommates do deserve a special mention. It's important to have your student also paired with a student who will build and support their, his, her confidence. #LDchat |
| Understood @UnderstoodOrg Thanks for joining today’s chat, and a very special thanks to our cohost, @brianwthomas! #LDchat |
| sumnersgators @sumnersgators1 @edielovesmath @brianwthomas @UnderstoodOrg That’s great! I’m certain most parents have positive intentions but don’t realize that we (the parent) take away the students voice when we advocate for them. #edu5213SBU #LDchat |
| Brian Thomas @brianwthomas Man, that went by quickly. I will stay to chat with anyone who is willing. Let me know what you all are thinking. #LDchat |
| Understood @UnderstoodOrg Looking for more expert resources to help students with #LD and #ADHD? Check out Understood for Educators: https://t.co/Nfb6cSUADA #UnderstoodEDU #LDchat |
| Robin Schwartz @mathconfidence @UnderstoodOrg even if they have accommodations I encourage s's to take the exams in my college classroom rather than the student support services as I do give hints :) #ldchat |
| Brian Thomas @brianwthomas @UnderstoodOrg Pretty cool stuff, @UnderstoodOrg! #LDchat |
| Understood @UnderstoodOrg Join our next #LDchat with on Wednesday, 7/31 at 12pm ET. RSVP: https://t.co/qOSWjCCbHQ |
 | Rene Grimes @MrsG2nd RT @UnderstoodOrg: Looking for more expert resources to help students with #LD and #ADHD? Check out Understood for Educators: Looking for more expert resources to help students with #LD and #ADHD? Check out Understood for Educators: https://t.co/Nfb6cSUADA #UnderstoodEDU #LDchat |
| sumnersgators @sumnersgators1 @brianwthomas @edielovesmath @UnderstoodOrg I completely agree! Coaching is necessary. These are not skills that come by most students naturally. Give students time to self reflect and evaluate so they can determine their needs! #edu5213SBU #LDchat |
| Understood @UnderstoodOrg Have a great day! #LDchat |
| Robin Schwartz @mathconfidence @brianwthomas Thanks Brian -- do you have recs for online learners? do you think this is a good otion for LD? #ldchat thanks |
| Robin Schwartz @mathconfidence @SpTeacherJames @brianwthomas yes but sadly no alternative assignments #ldchat |
| Brian Thomas @brianwthomas @mathconfidence It depends on the student. I know that many students prefer the relational (real-time one on one) interaction. #LDchat |
 | DC3C @exploreDC3C RT @UnderstoodOrg: Whether it’s on an application or to a professor, here are some factors to consider about disclosing #LD or #ADHD. https://t.co/xjTXQIdtNY #LDchat |
| Robin Schwartz @mathconfidence @SpTeacherJames @UnderstoodOrg @CanvasLMS @Blackboard yes if possible -- esp in Math for s's to do a but each day -- that's how I passed my Elec Eng courses -- by working on problem sets :) #ldchat @EngineeringSU |
| Brian Thomas @brianwthomas @Magdalenna2629 @BrianThomas I could not agree more. It really is all about feeling safe and being confident and comfortable. #LDchat |
| sumnersgators @sumnersgators1 @brianwthomas @UnderstoodOrg Support and encouragement goes a long way! Yet another example of why trusting relationships are imperative ... that goes for student:student, parent, and teacher! Be intentional, present, and open minded! ❤️. #edu5213SBU #LDchat |
| DC3C @exploreDC3C RT @UnderstoodOrg: There are a lot of factors that go into choosing a college, here’s how you can help your child with #LD or #ADHD weigh the options. https://t.co/WhHiJvRR7b #LDchat |
| Robin Schwartz @mathconfidence @brianwthomas yes if they can get one-on-one I think many college s's can be overwhelmed by the crowds...#ldchat |
| Brian Thomas @brianwthomas @mathconfidence @SpTeacherJames My daughter's psych teacher did pull her in because she saw that she knew more than she was able to put down on paper. That helped her grade and confidence. #LDchat |
| Robin Schwartz @mathconfidence @brianwthomas in HS there are many eyes on your young adult -- like 10 or 12 pairs or more a day -- in college there can be zero esp if they go away -- you have no idea if they even go to classes!! #ldchat |
| Robin Schwartz @mathconfidence @SpTeacherJames @brianwthomas yes we are not allowed to modify :( it would be amazing if we had oral exams as so many students can explain with words and inflection and body language that doesn't translate to the page #ldchat |
| Brian Thomas @brianwthomas @mathconfidence So true. What I have found is that students who are used to asking for help and support do continue on in college. They need to know that help and support is a right, especially when accepted. #LDchat |
| Brian Thomas @brianwthomas I would be curious to hear of exceptional or state of the art support for students in college. I do think that Whitman has great services for a non-LD college or university. #LDchat |
 | LEARNstyle Ltd @learn_style All Students are great #ldchat https://t.co/VYcbkAGaWi |
 | Cardinal Software @Cardinal_Soft All Students are great #ldchat https://t.co/ckmJ60rg1c |
| Brian Thomas @brianwthomas @Magdalenna2629 Privacy and HIPPA do matter! And, I know that this generation of students and learners are out there and proud. #LDchat |
| Brian Thomas @brianwthomas Very, very true. #LDchat |
| Brian Thomas @brianwthomas Great chatting with you all. I am signing off! #LDchat |
 | LDA Peel Region @LDAPeelRegion What is your experience disclosing/not disclosing #LearningDisability during post secondary application process? |
 | Kennedy @TheLady_Kennedy RT @UnderstoodOrg: What supports and services are available to students with #LD or #ADHD in college, and how do they get them? #LDchat https://t.co/aeIiSbYmWi |
| sumnersgators @sumnersgators1 @UnderstoodOrg @brianwthomas TY for giving me a new perspective! As an elm tchr I’m always wondering what I can do to prepare students for the obstacles they’ll encounter beyond their elm years. I hope to send them into the world as confident, life long learners! #edu5213SBU #LDchat |
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