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Working with Students with Special Needs: Part IV – Classroom Modifications for Special Needs Students

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Teacher Checklist The following are some ways to modify the classroom environment for students with special needs: Reduce the number of assignments. Decrease the amount of writing in an assignment. Modify tests (e.g., read math problems to student). Extend time for assignment completion. Participation at homework center. Use a timer to determine the amount of … Continue reading Working with Students with Special Needs: Part IV – Classroom Modifications for Special Needs Students »

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Working with Students with Special Needs: Part III – 13 Major Diagnostic Signs of ADHD/ADD

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If a child exhibits eight (8) or more of these signs, it is likely that attention disorder is related to the observed behaviors. 1. Often moves his or her feet or hands, or squirms in seat. 2. Has a real need to get up and move. 3. Anything seems to distract this student. 4. Has … Continue reading Working with Students with Special Needs: Part III – 13 Major Diagnostic Signs of ADHD/ADD »

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Working with Students with Special Needs: Part II – Adjusting Your Teaching

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It’s been estimated that 20% of students have one or more developmental, learning, or behavioral disorders. It is important, therefore, to adjust your teaching practice to suit the specials needs of your students in the classroom. Here are some tips to consider as you do this: How do I get them started? Let these students know … Continue reading Working with Students with Special Needs: Part II – Adjusting Your Teaching »

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Working with Students with Special Needs: Part I – What Research Says

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Introduction Here is another series we will be featuring in the next several posts. It’s about working with students with special needs. Educators looking for information on this topic may find this series particularly useful. The information we will provide may also be helpful for substitute teachers to know as it relates to handling unfamiliar … Continue reading Working with Students with Special Needs: Part I – What Research Says »