Personality Types and Learning Styles of Children with Dyslexia in San Carlos City Division

Abstract

This case study determined the profile, personality types and learning styles of children with dyslexia of San Carlos City Division. Ten children with dyslexia were selected using a probability sampling design, specifically, simple random sampling. The descriptive method of research was used in the study. Standardized survey questionnaires were utilized as the main instruments to support and further verify the information gathered.
Findings revealed that the majority of children with dyslexia are male, age 14-17 years old with moderate mental handicapped intelligence quotient (IQ) and born as a middle child. As to their grade level, most of these children are in grade 11. Most fathers of children with dyslexia are graduate in high school. On the other hand, most mothers are college graduates. Further, most fathers of the respondents are working as farmers and mothers are self-employed. As to the monthly income of the family, most parents are earning Php 6,000-15,000. Most children with dyslexia have a personality type of being an introvert, specifically a designer. As to their learning style, they were identified as being Accommodating.
This study recommends tapping Local Government Units to help these learners build their self-image as they develop programs that will cater to the needs of children with dyslexia. There should be verification in the form of further research in other secondary schools where the results were collected. This will help Senior High School Principals meet the needs of children with dyslexia in preparation of the Strategic Implementation Plan (SIP) that will be used in operation for three years starting this school year 2019-2020. And lastly, In-service training, workshops, and seminars could be organized by secondary schools in San Carlos City Division for teachers and parents to keep them abreast on how to identify and also deal with children with learning difficulties.