TED 211 Final
What is the team mission statement for the Child Study Team (CST) for special education?
(1)Provide leadership to improve outcomes and ensure a free education for students protected under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). or/ (2)Mention free and appropriate education, fair and nondiscriminatory evaluation, education in the least restrictive environment, individualized education program (IEP), and/or due process
What are four common characteristics of students with autism spectrum disorders, and how can you provide accommodations for these students in the classroom?
(Only need to choose 4 of the listed common characteristics) Common characteristics of autism spectrum disorders can include repetitive behaviors, an inflexible adherence to routines, being undersensitive or oversensitive to environmental stimulation, strong visual—spatial thinking skills, an unusual ability to maintain attention and focus during distractions, a good memory for sets of unrelated facts, difficulty planning and organizing a future course of action, and a strong need for a consistent and predictable environment. As an educator, you can provide accommodations in the classroom by maximizing consistency in the classroom layout and weekly schedule and using visual approaches to instruction.
What are the three main components of PBIS? Give an example of how you would use one of them in your classroom.
. Appropriate and expected behavior is taught to all students; classroom rules, modeling appropriate behavior 2. Students who meet behavioral expectations are positively recognized; rewards, awards, classroom money, homework passes, ect. 3. Interventions are provided for students who don't meet behavioral expectations; zones of regulation, take a break, redirection, behavior contract, ect.
Standardized achievement tests are useful in two primary ways, what are they?
1. First, they tell us how well our students' achievement compares with that of students elsewhere - information that may indirectly tell us something about the effectiveness of our instruction. 2. Second, they may help us track students' general progress over time and alert us to potential trouble spots.
How can we as teachers help students get the support and needs met with students who struggle with Asperger's?
1.One way to help these students is to have cognitive behavioral therapy in the school district. If this is not available to you as a teacher, you can find alternative ways to work with these students to help them succeed in school. 2.Some helpful ways are speech and language therapy or working with students one on one.
What is hearing loss? What are ways teachers can accommodate a student with hearing loss?
A partial or total inability to hear. Hearing loss may occur in one or both ears. Hearing loss can be categorized as mild, moderate, moderate-severe, severe, or profound. Accommodations that can be used- • Buddy system for notes, extra explanations/directions • Step-by-step directions • Use of visual supplements (overheads, chalkboard, charts, vocabulary lists, lecture outlines) • Room design modification- specialized lighting in the environment, flashing fire alarm • Clearly enunciate speech • Repeat or rephrase information when necessary • Educational interpreter (ASL, cued speech, oral) • Obtain student's attention prior to speaking
In what four ways is a standardized test administered in order for the test to be considered standardized.
All students receive the same instructions, have the same time limits, respond to the same (or very similar) question or tasks, and have their responses evaluated relative to the same criteria.
Differentiate between analytic giftedness and synthetic giftedness.
Analytic: -being able to dissect a problem and understand it -do well on conventional tests of intelligence and analytic reasoning -reading comprehension involves analysis of interrelations among rows and columns of figures and numbers Synthetic: -Are insightful, intuitive, and creative -Do not necessarily do well on conventional tests of intelligence -Not measured by any existing tests
What are three different ways to accommodate for students with physical disabilities in the classroom
Be sensitive to specific limitations, and accommodate them flexibly. One student may require extra time with a writing assignment and perhaps should not be held to the same standards of neatness and legibility. Another may need to respond to test questions orally rather than on paper. Still another might tire easily and need to take frequent breaks. -Know what to do in emergencies. A student with acute asthma may have trouble breathing; a student with diabetes may go into insulin shock; a student with epilepsy may have a seizure. We should consult with school medical personnel ahead of time so that we are prepared to respond calmly and appropriately in such situations. -Educate classmates about the nature of students' disabilities. Many children treat peers with physical disabilities kindly and respectfully, but some others do not. Sometimes peers are simply ignorant about the nature of a disabilities, and giving them accurate information can help them become more accepting and supportive.
What are some effective ways of communicating test results to families and how would you keep them strictly confidential
Communicating: Report scores in context of overall work, not in isolation Use easy-to-understand language Familiarize yourself with student's test report Sandwich technique to give assessment results or in general for conferences (positive, challenge/something to improve, positive) Confidentiality: The Family Educational rights and privacy act legislation restricts access to results to the students, their parents, and certain school personnel These results can be shared with others only if the student (once 18) or parent gives permission
What does FASD stand for and what is it associated with? List three childhood symptoms of FASD and what could be some potential classroom accommodations for these students?
FASD stands for Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder and it is associated with prenatal alcohol exposure. Drinking alcohol during pregnancy can cause a woman's baby to be born with birth defects and developmental disabilities. The three main childhood symptoms of FASD include, hyperactivity, impulsivity, and attention and memory deficits. Hyperactivity: condition of being abnormally or extremely active and sometimes disruptive behavior Impulsivity: individuals act on instinct and without thinking decisions through Attention and Memory deficits: struggle with focusing and remembering tasks Some classroom accommodations include, but not limited to, structured environment, consistent routine, use of repetition, variety, creativity and flexibility
what are some common characteristics of a child diagnosed with an emotional behavioral disorder?
Frequent absences from school Deteriorating academic performance with increasing Often, but not always, below -average intelligence Low self-esteem Aggressive or withdrawn behaviors Little or no empathy for others' distress Significant substance abuse
label the three tiers of response to intervention and explain why RTI is important
General classroom Small group or individual tutoring More intense tutoring and possible SPED RTI appropriately intensives assistance to students who are at risk for or are already underperforming as compared to others in the grade or grade standards.
Name 2 strategies you could use to help students with visual impairments in your classroom and explain why you chose them
Give extra time to complete assignments Give the student a large print version of handouts and power points If the student is blind you could record lectures for them to go over later if they need to If the student is blind you could coordinate with their Para to create the assignments in braille You could give the student a desk at the front of the classroom, so they can see the board better.
Why are high stakes tests not an effective way to evaluate a student's academic level?
High stakes tests are ineffective because they focus on academic level at that current moment, instead of overall growth and progress. Also, it can narrow the curriculum, emphasis placed on subjects tested on. There is increased pressure and stress on students to perform well on a single test also
What are some behavioral problems that children living in poverty are at a greater risk of?
Impulsiveness, difficulty getting along with peers, aggression, ADHD, and conduct disorder.
What are some strategies teachers can use to support a homeless student to achieve academic and social success at school?
Individuals who are homeless are going to face many challenges within the classroom. Some ways to ease these challenges can be to pair a homeless student with another student who is responsible to help with routines and school work. A teacher can provide extra clothing, food, and support within the classroom for the homeless student to utilize. A teacher can also provide materials such as a notebook, clipboard, and pencils the child can use at the homeless shelter to complete their school work. The teacher can meet with the parents at the homeless shelter and share copies of schoolwork, school calendars, and newsletters with the shelter operators.
What is the definition of Intellectual disabilities? What are some accommodations made for assessments for students with intellectual disabilities?
Intellectual disabilities are characterized by significant sub average general intellectual functioning, existing with deficits in adaptive behavior and manifested during the developmental period that adversely affects child's education. Some accommodations for assessments is dictating responses to a scribe, extended time, having test items read to a student, and securing clarification of test items (paraphrase).
Learning disabilities; What is a learning disability? Define 1 of the learning disabilities listed. How will you as a teacher accommodate students with learning disabilities in the classroom
Learning Disabilities: Learning Disabilities are having difficulties using academic skills such as reading, writing, math and comprehension(D2L) Dyslexia (Impairment in reading): difficulty with word reading accuracy, rate or fluency and comprehension (D2L) Dysgraphia (Impairment in written expression): difficulty with spelling accuracy, grammar and punctuation, clarity or organization of written expression (D2L) Dyscalculia (Impairment in mathematics): difficulty with number sense, memorization of arithmetic facts, accurate calculation (D2l) Accomodations in the classroom: Provide extra scaffolding in the classroom such as providing engaging reading material that is at the student's reading level. For difficulty with writing provide students with a structured format to organize their papers with. For difficulty with mastering skills in the math or science area provide solid manipulatives to teach topics and ideas (Omrod, 2017, p. 285
Descried how you as a teacher can help a child that may be at risk or involved from a traumatized incident.
Maintain usual routines. A return to "normalcy" will communicate the message that eh child is safe and life will go on. Giving children choices. Often traumatic events involve loss of control and or chaos, so you can help children feel safe by providing them with some choices or control when appropriate.
What is mental health? How would a teacher accommodate for a student with a mental illness
Mental health is a dimension of overall health and includes a continuum from high level wellness to severe illness. Some accommodations that a teacher can incorporate into their classroom are;School engagement with children being better prepared and able to concentrate on learning, Families participating in their children's education,Preparation of school staff to address students' mental health needs, and Early identification of mental health challenges through appropriate screening, assessment, and follow-up.
What can you do as a teacher to minimize gender stereotypes and treat boys and girls more equitably?
One way to reduce gender stereotypes about genders excelling in certain subjects, is to expose students to same-gender adults and peers who excel in domains commonly associated with the opposite gender. One example of this is the Girls in Science program, which inspires women to pursue degrees in STEM. Another idea is to talk about the importance of all academic subject areas for students' future success. In addition, a teacher may explain the historical roots of stereotypes. For example, that differing expectations for males and females are a holdover from an era when many jobs outside the home required considerable strength (men) and jobs inside the home (women) could easily be combined with raising a family. Engage students in discussions about the adverse consequences of rigid gender roles, such as limiting people's opinions, resulting in a lot of talent going to waste.
Describe three important factors to keep in mind when communicating assessment results to parents.
Provide reasoning for all assessments being given out. Update parents on when upcoming tests/assessments will be given out Share results with parents as quickly as possible Create a sample assessment report that describes each portion of the test for better understanding. Interpret what the child's scores mean. Be available to answer any questions parents may have.
One of your students recently has been diagnosed with ADHD after several teachers as well as their own parents noticed that the student was struggling in school. Now knowing this information, how will you design your classroom different in order for the student to best achieve to his or her best academic level?
Students with ADHD are often known to be more inattentive, hyperactive, and impulsive than the average student. These students may have an extra difficult time focusing, following directions, fidgety, may blurt out answers and even move around the classroom at inappropriate times. Commonly, they may have issues with time management and planning which is important when designing a classroom as well as the possibility with behaviour problems such as disruptiveness. First, its important to provide outlets for excess energy including fidget toys, seats with yoga balls, velcro under desks, resistance bands and foot rests in order to accommodate for the need to move in order to focus. Placing the student in an area of the classroom where there will be minimal distractions such as placing the students desk closest to your own, avoid a desk near a window or pencil sharpener, and minimal wall decor. Helping the students organize and use their time efficiently as well as modifying the students' schedules will help aid in the academics. This could include moving core classes closer to the morning as ADHD often worsens by the afternoon, worksheets with fewer problems, color coding, and an organizational planner for all school work.
List 3 of the 8 parts of an I.E.P. (Individualized Education Program) and explain why an I.E.P. is beneficial to have for a student.
The IEP includes (1) the current performance of the student, (2) the annual goals for the student, (3) special education and related services that will be provided, (4) the participation percentage the student will have with nondisabled children, (5) information about how to measure progress, (6) direction for participation in state and district-wide tests, (7) dates and places of services, (8) and transition services that will be provided to prepare the student for life after high school. An I.E.P. is beneficial because an educational plan can be developed that is tailored to the student's individual strengths and weaknesses that allows for necessary accommodations to be made so that the student can learn along with the other students to the best of their ability.
What is the purpose of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)?
The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act makes available a free and appropriate public education to eligible children with disabilities and ensures special education and related services to those children.
What are some places you can use that will help when working with families of different cultures?
The children and their parents: Ask parents for help in learning about their culture. Most parents are happy to help if they feel respected. Colleagues: Teachers of English language learners, other teachers, home liaisons, instructional assistants, and office or other staff may have ideas or skills to offer. Your school: If possible, talk as a whole staff about cultural and language issues in working with families. Staff teams could learn about a particular issue and share the information with the rest of the school community. Other schools: See what's worked for other schools serving the same family populations as you do. Community organizations: Libraries, cultural and social service organizations, churches, other religious organizations, civic groups, and local universities may offer books, pamphlets, and other kinds of help. The Internet: Here you'll find a wealth of information and practical strategies for working with families from diverse cultures. You'll also find misinformation, so rely on credible sources.
What are Howard Gardner's eight multiple intelligences? Describe how you could apply one or two of the intelligences within a lesson?
The eight multiple intelligences are Logical-Mathematical, Linguistic, Musical, Spatial, Bodily-Kinesthetic, Interpersonal, Intrapersonal, and Naturalist. (Choose one or two to describe how to apply). I.e. Have students create a short story or poem based on the lesson they had just learned and present to the class to incorporate the linguistic intelligence into a lesson. Teach the class a song regarding the topic of the lesson to reinforce concepts in a different way to incorporate the musical intelligence into the lesson.
What are three variables of socioeconomic status? In what ways do socioeconomic differences effect students learning and what can teachers do in the classroom to balance these differences?
Three variables of socioeconomic status include the family's income, the parent's education level, and parent's occupation. Students from higher SES tend to suffer from high anxiety and depression due to high expectations set by parents, this can affect the student's motivation and create higher stress levels. Students from low-SES tend to suffer from poor nutrition which can distract the student in class and effect the student's development. Students that come from low SES families also tend to have higher levels of emotional stress which can cause lowered academics and even disciplinary issues. Another concern is the gaps in background knowledge that these students have from moving around a lot. Things teachers can do in the classroom is give pretest in all subjects to see where the gaps are and work with the students to fill in the gaps, have a classroom buddy to help the students deal with stress, homework and behaviors, as well as having extra snacks in the room to help the students who face hunger.
In what way should educators assess students with special needs?
Use multiple measures, including both standardized and non-standardized assessments, and other data sources, such as case history and interviews with parents, educators, related professionals, and the student (if appropriate); evaluations and information provided by parents; direct observations that yield informal (e.g., anecdotal reports) or data-based information (e.g., frequency recordings) in multiple settings and on more than one occasion; standardized tests that are reliable and valid, as well as culturally, linguistically, developmentally, and age appropriate; curriculum-based assessments, task and error pattern analysis (e.g., miscue analysis), portfolios, diagnostic teaching, and other nonstandardized approaches; continuous progress monitoring repeated during instruction and over time.
What accommodations can a teacher provide for an ELL student?
Visual prompts: Detailed illustrated schedule consisting of actual objects, people, or places in the building and labeled in English posted on velcro so they can easily be rearranged. Use pictures, visuals, demos, and hands on materials when teaching. Partnering: Pair up ELL student with a peer tutor or other aid if possible. Have ELL students work in small groups so the other students in the class can help if needed. Dual-Language: Attaching translated headings and/or directions to worksheets, label objects and places around the classroom in both english and the ELL student's first language. Use free online translation services when a translator may not be available. Build a Community: Give ELL students the opportunity to share their culture with the class. Have the class learn as much about the ELL student's culture as the student is learning about the classroom's culture. This allows ELL students to feel that they have a place in the classroom community. Reading/Vocabulary: ELL students should have access to many interesting, comprehensible reading materials that students are free to select on their own. These readings may need to be condensed. Post vocabulary on a word wall and give ELL students the vocabulary words with pictures and translated into their first language. Provide written notes or outlines for ELL students to follow.
