A Learner Analysis

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Learner Analysis

In order for true learning to occur, the instructional unit must be designed to meet the needs of the learners represented within the group. During a learner analysis, a curricular designer examines the learners as a group. Since comprehensive curricular units designed to teach the foundational skills of keyboarding are not readily available, a full learner analysis will give the curricular designer a blueprint for creating such an instructional unit. This learner analysis will identify key areas that are instrumental to be included within the instructional unit; thus, increasing the likelihood of student success by meeting the individual needs of each student, as well as the group in entirety.

Demographic Information

The student focus group for this learner analysis consists of 15 students who are currently enrolled in the 6th grade at Elkin Elementary School located in Elkin, North Carolina. Elkin, North Carolina is a rural community located in the Piedmont Area of North Carolina. Elkin was established as a town in 1889. With a current population of 4,111 in 2008, Elkin has been a primarily industrial area. With current economic conditions, local manufacturers have significantly decreased in work forces, thus having a dramatic impact on local economy. As a result, the current student population receiving free and reduced lunches has increased to 46% in the most recent years.

Most local educational agencies in North Carolina include grades 6-8 on a middle school campus. Elkin City Schools consists of three schools. Elkin Elementary School includes grades Prekindergarten through Grade 6 on one campus. Grades 7 and 8, as well as grades 9-12 are located at the middle/high school complex. The ...

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...EP students, one student is identified as Level 3: Developing level of language proficiency. Students in this level of performance have some language proficiency, but not extensive academic English language proficiency. This student is not at a grade level reading ability in the English language. The remaining LEP student is identified as a Level 4: Expanding level. At this level, this student is approaching grade level literacy in the English language, but is still challenged by specialized academic vocabulary. This student is able to hear and speak with understanding; however, writing skills in the English language may be underdeveloped at present. This student is approaching an English proficiency and will likely exit direct services within the next academic year. It is important to note that some students may represent more than one demographic area.

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