How To Write A Dyslexia Informative Speech
Content of the body should have nearly 2 full pages of information - single spaced - for a 5-7 minutes speech
Introduction
[VA: Poster Board]
Erase the words Attention Getter, Central Idea & Purpose Statement, Main Points, Sub Points, Clincer etc and put in your information –I labeled so that you know what goes where.
I. Poster board with “Odayt I ma oging ot het llam htwi ym fiernsd atfer shcloo.” written on it
II. Today, I will teach you more about the causes, symptoms, complications and treatments of Dyslexia.
III. After my presentation today, you will be more informed on the disorder known as Dyslexia and be able to sympathize with one suffering from it.
<Transition: Let me begin …show more content…
by sharing with you some causes of Dyslexia. >
Body
[VA: 3 PP slides]
IV. There is no “for sure” cause of Dyslexia as of yet.
A. Because of not knowing a cause, it is hard to find a cure
B. This becomes quite frustrating with not knowing how to prevent it for one’s children
1. According to the Mayo Clinic, It is known to be an inherited trait that appears to affect parts of the brain concerned with language. (oral footnote)
a. research suggests it affects as many girls as boys
b. chromosomes 2, 6 and 18 are the affected genes typically passed
2. Gene that is passed through family is known as DCDC2 according to Medical News Today. (oral footnote)
a. it is very uncommon that this gene is not passed
b. this gene affects nueronal migration
c. neuronal migration is part of brain’s development that leads to specific areas having specialized functions
3. small amount of people have acquired it after being born
a. this can be caused by brain injuries, stroke or other traumatic experiences
b. left hemisphere is the one affected which would process the information
c. compensate for this area by using the front region or brain known as “Broca’s Area” which is what recognizes speech and other language processing
d. 1 in 8 people develop Dyslexia after they are born
d. 4 million americans have it and only 2 million people know it
OF: “Add your quotation or researched information to give you credibility.” (Author’s name & Title of source.)
<Transition: Next, we will discuss how to recognize symptoms of Dyslexia>
V. Recognizing symptoms of Dyslexia might be hard to see until a child reaches school age and they start learning to read or write.
A. signs before child reaches school age
1. late talking, diffcituly rhyming, or learning words slowly
2. hard time naming people and objects
a. they can’t put names to objects as easily as they should be
b. show no interest in reading books
3. pronounces words incorrectly such as mazagine instead of magazine
B. some symptoms will be easier to see once they reach school age
1. read below the expected age level
a. not keeping up with fellow classmates
b. getting frustrated when trying to read a book
c. avoiding take home work because of not understanding
2. seeing letters or words in reverse
a. seeing a “d” and thinking it is a “b”
b. seeing words like “was and thinking it says “saw”
c. difficulty spelling
C. While it is most beneficial to seek treatments at a young age, it can still go undiagnosed until someone becomes a teen or adult 1. common signs at this age a. trouble understanding jokes b. having a hard time summarizing a story difficulty memorizing D.
According to Medical news Today, people with dyslexia are more prone to develop immunological disorders such as asthma or eczema. (oral footnote) E. Parents are typically in denial even when they notice symptoms, but the best way to help is to seek treatment as soon as possible
[VA: Pictures/ PP slide]
<Transition: Now we will look at some complications resulting from Dyslexia.>
VI. Surprisingly, the complications of dyslexia are a little more serious than most would imagine.
A. The most obvious one being having trouble learning
1. without seeking help, one will always be behind the learning level of other peers
a. once they get behind, they will not be able to catch up
b. the farther into school they get, the more behind they becoming usually resulting in many failures in classes
2. Many times it causes behavior problems
a. frustration
b. aggression by taking their anger out on others
c. withdrawal from other peers due to feeling different and embarrassed
B. The impact dyslexia has will ultimately vary from person to person and depends highly on the severity of the condition they have
1. Depression
a. having this disorder can lead to severe depression due to always being down on
themselves
b. they often times feel very “dumb” and have trouble fitting in
1) this can cause problems and follow them through adulthood
2) this can also result in never getting any future jobs
2. ADHD is a major complication
a. fortunately, this can be treated with other medications such as adderall
b. this only brings on so many other problems due to many side effects developing from ADHD medication
[VA: PP Slide] <Transition: Lastly, we will discuss cures for dyslexia> VI. There is no cure for Dyslexia, but with proper diagnosis, proper instruction, hard work and support, individuals who are dyslexic can succeed in school and later as working adults. A. It can not be treated or helped with drugs 1. while dyslexia itself can not be cured, typically any disorders onset by this can be treated with other medications B. Once a person thought to have dyslexia goes through psychological testing, it can be treated through education. 1. hearing, vision and touch can improve reading skills 2. by having your child see specialists in reading or writing or getting a tutor, this can help with the disease also
Conclusion
VII. I hope you are all now much more informed on the causes, symptoms, complications and treatments of dyslexia.
VIII. I will leave you with these pamphlets in order to refer back to if you have any questions.
Works Cited
The International Dyslexia Association, 12 November 2002. Web. 24 September 2014. <http://www.interdys.org/FAQWhatIs.htm>
“Dyslexia”. Mayo Clinic. 23 August 2011. Web. 24 September 2014. <http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/dyslexia/DS00224>
“What is Dyslexia? What causes Dyslexia?” Medical News Today. 27 April 2010. Web. 24 September 2014. <http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/186787.php>
“Dyslexia” Boston Children’s Hospital. 2011. Web. 24 September 2014. <http://www.childrenshospital.org/health-topics/conditions/d/dyslexia>
Introduction
[VA: Poster Board]
Erase the words Attention Getter, Central Idea & Purpose Statement, Main Points, Sub Points, Clincer etc and put in your information –I labeled so that you know what goes where.
I. Poster board with “Odayt I ma oging ot het llam htwi ym fiernsd atfer shcloo.” written on it
II. Today, I will teach you more about the causes, symptoms, complications and treatments of Dyslexia.
III. After my presentation today, you will be more informed on the disorder known as Dyslexia and be able to sympathize with one suffering from it.
<Transition: Let me begin …show more content…
by sharing with you some causes of Dyslexia. >
Body
[VA: 3 PP slides]
IV. There is no “for sure” cause of Dyslexia as of yet.
A. Because of not knowing a cause, it is hard to find a cure
B. This becomes quite frustrating with not knowing how to prevent it for one’s children
1. According to the Mayo Clinic, It is known to be an inherited trait that appears to affect parts of the brain concerned with language. (oral footnote)
a. research suggests it affects as many girls as boys
b. chromosomes 2, 6 and 18 are the affected genes typically passed
2. Gene that is passed through family is known as DCDC2 according to Medical News Today. (oral footnote)
a. it is very uncommon that this gene is not passed
b. this gene affects nueronal migration
c. neuronal migration is part of brain’s development that leads to specific areas having specialized functions
3. small amount of people have acquired it after being born
a. this can be caused by brain injuries, stroke or other traumatic experiences
b. left hemisphere is the one affected which would process the information
c. compensate for this area by using the front region or brain known as “Broca’s Area” which is what recognizes speech and other language processing
d. 1 in 8 people develop Dyslexia after they are born
d. 4 million americans have it and only 2 million people know it
OF: “Add your quotation or researched information to give you credibility.” (Author’s name & Title of source.)
<Transition: Next, we will discuss how to recognize symptoms of Dyslexia>
V. Recognizing symptoms of Dyslexia might be hard to see until a child reaches school age and they start learning to read or write.
A. signs before child reaches school age
1. late talking, diffcituly rhyming, or learning words slowly
2. hard time naming people and objects
a. they can’t put names to objects as easily as they should be
b. show no interest in reading books
3. pronounces words incorrectly such as mazagine instead of magazine
B. some symptoms will be easier to see once they reach school age
1. read below the expected age level
a. not keeping up with fellow classmates
b. getting frustrated when trying to read a book
c. avoiding take home work because of not understanding
2. seeing letters or words in reverse
a. seeing a “d” and thinking it is a “b”
b. seeing words like “was and thinking it says “saw”
c. difficulty spelling
C. While it is most beneficial to seek treatments at a young age, it can still go undiagnosed until someone becomes a teen or adult 1. common signs at this age a. trouble understanding jokes b. having a hard time summarizing a story difficulty memorizing D.
According to Medical news Today, people with dyslexia are more prone to develop immunological disorders such as asthma or eczema. (oral footnote) E. Parents are typically in denial even when they notice symptoms, but the best way to help is to seek treatment as soon as possible
[VA: Pictures/ PP slide]
<Transition: Now we will look at some complications resulting from Dyslexia.>
VI. Surprisingly, the complications of dyslexia are a little more serious than most would imagine.
A. The most obvious one being having trouble learning
1. without seeking help, one will always be behind the learning level of other peers
a. once they get behind, they will not be able to catch up
b. the farther into school they get, the more behind they becoming usually resulting in many failures in classes
2. Many times it causes behavior problems
a. frustration
b. aggression by taking their anger out on others
c. withdrawal from other peers due to feeling different and embarrassed
B. The impact dyslexia has will ultimately vary from person to person and depends highly on the severity of the condition they have
1. Depression
a. having this disorder can lead to severe depression due to always being down on
themselves
b. they often times feel very “dumb” and have trouble fitting in
1) this can cause problems and follow them through adulthood
2) this can also result in never getting any future jobs
2. ADHD is a major complication
a. fortunately, this can be treated with other medications such as adderall
b. this only brings on so many other problems due to many side effects developing from ADHD medication
[VA: PP Slide] <Transition: Lastly, we will discuss cures for dyslexia> VI. There is no cure for Dyslexia, but with proper diagnosis, proper instruction, hard work and support, individuals who are dyslexic can succeed in school and later as working adults. A. It can not be treated or helped with drugs 1. while dyslexia itself can not be cured, typically any disorders onset by this can be treated with other medications B. Once a person thought to have dyslexia goes through psychological testing, it can be treated through education. 1. hearing, vision and touch can improve reading skills 2. by having your child see specialists in reading or writing or getting a tutor, this can help with the disease also
Conclusion
VII. I hope you are all now much more informed on the causes, symptoms, complications and treatments of dyslexia.
VIII. I will leave you with these pamphlets in order to refer back to if you have any questions.
Works Cited
The International Dyslexia Association, 12 November 2002. Web. 24 September 2014. <http://www.interdys.org/FAQWhatIs.htm>
“Dyslexia”. Mayo Clinic. 23 August 2011. Web. 24 September 2014. <http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/dyslexia/DS00224>
“What is Dyslexia? What causes Dyslexia?” Medical News Today. 27 April 2010. Web. 24 September 2014. <http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/186787.php>
“Dyslexia” Boston Children’s Hospital. 2011. Web. 24 September 2014. <http://www.childrenshospital.org/health-topics/conditions/d/dyslexia>