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Strategies for Special Education . Lizette F. Knight. July 18, 2014. OBJECTIVES. The participants should be able to… a ppraise appropriate strategies in the classroom to assist individual learning styles a dhere in providing success to all students with special needs
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Strategies for Special Education LizetteF. Knight July 18, 2014
OBJECTIVES The participants should be able to… • appraise appropriate strategies in the classroom to assist individual learning styles • adhere in providing success to all students with special needs • appreciate the significant contributions to special children. • attend to one’s need as teacher.
GIFTS GIVING Oldest Participant Youngest Participant Birthday (nearest to July 18)
Teaching Children with Special Needs Jesus, the Master Teacher had a way of making everyone feel they belonged. Jesus serves as our model for inclusion, the belief that all children-gifted, at-risk, physically, emotionally, and profoundly handicapped-are to be included in the group and have their needs appropriately met.
Mentally Delayed Children The teacher can: Speak more slowly with pauses. Use repetition Give directions one at a time Allow a predictable environment Render multisensory tasks
Intellectually Gifted Children The teacher can: Allow honest expression of emotion Be flexible, extra time for projects Cater to activities for creativity Develop their interest Encourage brain storming of ideas
Children who lack self-control The teacher can: Patiently teach and care Permit a higher level of activity Prevent over-stimulation Provide quiet places Practice as model problem solving Pay attention to good behavior
Children with Physical Disabilities The teacher can: Ask parents to teach the signs they use Be sure that light sources are helpful Check the sound level Develop a simpler expressions
Classroom Environment Eliminate distractions Notice variables and use them Value frequent breaks Include extra supplies Reduce stress in the classroom Organize by the use a checklist Nurture a conducive environment
Time Management and Transitions Minimize the amount of work Allow extra time for work completion Note short work periods with breaks Announce several reminders Give extra time to complete works Endow with a specific place for works
Assessment and Grading Test in varied ways Exempt student from district wide testing Supply as much time to complete Time into small schedules Implement percentage for passing grade Note monitored breaks from test Give retakes of test as needed.
Presentation of Materials Modify expectations Allow the use of gadget Tap creativity for attention Translate if needed Explain learning expectations Reproducea model of end product Shorten assignments into segments • .
SPIRIT AS DIRECTOR OF GODLINESS SPACE SPAN HOOK TOOK ENABLER ENCOURAGER SOUND STAGE heart habit MAXIMUM LEARNING TEACHING SPIRIT AS EMPOWERER SPIRIT AS TEACHER hand head STIMULUS SETTING EQUIPPER EDUCATOR LOOK BOOK STYLES SEATING SPIRIT AS COUNSELOR
INTERACTIVE FEELER DYNAMIC IMAGINATIVE ATTITUDE AFFECTIVE INTUITIVE TALKATIVE HEART HABIT THE LEARNER ACTIVE THINKER HAND HEAD APTITUDE COGNITIVE PRACTICAL ANALYTIC DOER REFLECTIVE
Teachers can’t provide all the preferred learning-teaching methods of all students, however, teachers can cause learning in the lives of the students. THE GOAL: BALANCED LEARNERS
CREATIVE CHEERFUL PERFECTER PRIEST ENABLER ENCOURAGER PLANNER PREPARER HABIT HEART THE TEACHER PRODUCTIVE CRITICAL HEAD HAND EDUCATOR EQUIPPER PASTOR PROPHET IMPLEMENTER INQUISITIVE TEACHER
The goal of teaching is to get everyone to learn. Teachers can cause learning through creative teaching Teachers who use only their favorite styles need to get out of their comfort zones to be more versatile. The GOAL: Creative Teachers
LEARNER-CENTERED LESSON PLANNING
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TRANSFORMATIONAL INSPIRATIONAL RESULTS READINESS LEARNER'S ATTENTION LIFESTYLE'S EXPLORATION TRANSFERRABLE MOTIVATIONAL TOOK HOOK LESSON PLAN PRODUCIBLE INFORMATIONAL LOOK BOOK LIFE'S APPLICATION LESSON'S EXPOSITION RECEPTION RATIONALIZATION WORKABLE CHALLENGING Lesson Planning for Maximum Learning THE PROCESS
The Process: Functions of HBLT • Hold Attention • Overview Objective • Organize Lesson Goal • Knot Transition
Lesson Planning for Maximum Learning TRANSFORMATIONAL INSPIRATIONAL RECEPTION READINESS Lifestyle Exploration Learner’s attention TRANSFERRABLE MOTIVATIONAL HOOK TOOK LESSON PLAN LOOK BOOK PRODUCIBLE INFORMATIONAL Lesson’s exposition Life Application RESULTS RATIONALIZATION WORKABLE CHALLENGING
The Process: Functions of HBLT Bring Information Offer Explanation Orient Transformation Know Conviction
Lesson Planning for Maximum Learning TRANSFORMATIONAL INSPIRATIONAL RECEPTION READINESS Lifestyle Exploration Learner’s attention TRANSFERRABLE MOTIVATIONAL HOOK TOOK LESSON PLAN LOOK BOOK PRODUCIBLE INFORMATIONAL Lesson’s exposition Life Application RESULTS RATIONALIZATION WORKABLE CHALLENGING
The Process: Functions of HBLT Lead to Application Open Implications Observe Options Keep the Motivation
Lesson Planning for Maximum Learning TRANSFORMATIONAL INSPIRATIONAL RECEPTION READINESS Lifestyle Exploration Learner’s attention TRANSFERRABLE MOTIVATIONAL HOOK TOOK LESSON PLAN LOOK BOOK PRODUCESABLE INFORMATIONAL Lesson’s exposition Life Application RESULTS RATIONALIZATION WORKABLE CHALLENGING
The Process: Functions of HBLT Target Production Obtain Reaction Outline Action Kindle Obligation
Lesson Planning for Maximum Learning TRANSFORMATIONAL INSPIRATIONAL RECEPTION READINESS Lifestyle Exploration Learner’s attention TRANSFERRABLE MOTIVATIONAL HOOK TOOK LESSON PLAN LOOK BOOK PRODUCIBLE INFORMATIONAL Lesson’s exposition Life Application RESULTS RATIONALIZATION WORKABLE CHALLENGING
Teachers need to understand the learning styles of your learners. Enjoy the process and match their learning styles with the creative methods they prefer.
TOOK: Star Teacher (Joanna Fuchs) I always love your class;Your teaching helps me see,That to have a happy life,Learning is the key. You understand your students; You’re sensitive and smart. You’re a skillful teacher; I knew it from the start. I’m grateful for your wisdomFor the teacher that you are;You’re a very good person,And as a teacher, you’re a star!
TOOK TO TEACH IS TO TOUCH AND TO TRANSFORM A LIFE FOREVER
CREATIVE TEACHING
What is creative teaching? A2Z, 1-8
Creative Teaching • Is employing methods that will cause a learner to desire to learn. • Is the art of combining one’s knowledge of the lesson and the learner in lesson planning.
Creative Teaching Catalyzes in innovative Process Rekindles interest to learn and teach Excites teachers and learners Attracts learner’s readiness Taps resources and methods Involves learners Values variety teaching methods Enriches the experiences of learner A2Z 9-12
Why creative teaching? A2Z , 20-22
Methods for the HOOK Opener questions Action songs Feeling questions Games Some more - A2Z p 144-146
Methods for the BOOK • Lectures with varied techno- teaching aids • Integrated learning activities like discussions • Interactive built- in quiz, mental games and cognitive boasters in between long lectures. • More pa - A2Z p. 146-150
METHODS FOR THE LOOK • Answer the question. • Diary Entry . • Envelope Surprise • Fishbowl • Gallery Walk • Index card • Jeopardy • Key Ideas • Love Notes
METHODS FOR THE LOOK • Open ended Questions • Pros and Cons • Quiz Master • Relevant • Timeline Students Create • Unsure So What’s Up? • X ray Pass • Zigzag Line • A2Z 150-153 for more
Methods for the TOOK • Methods used are those that learners can take home - individually or as a group. • An assignment, a research paper, extended reflection writing, and personal practice. • Items for learners to take as a reminder of the lesson learned.
METHODS FOR THE TOOK • Accountability. Picture of a friend • Compassion – Band-Aid, tissue paper, hanky • Discipleship. Fish pictures or stickers • Forgiveness – Nail, Eraser ( mistakes” erased) • Gospel – Witnessing Beads, sandal or toy shoes
METHODS FOR THE TOOK • Stewardship – Clock, watch, and play money • Unity - Cord or any item to “tie” the unity. • Victory – Helmet, sword (play toy) • Work - Gloves, apron, and hand towels. • Zealousness- coffee or any energizing drinks.
Criteria of Evaluation The learning objective is clearly stated. The learning objective is achieved. The learning readiness (hook) is appropriate. Activities (book) are effective. Learning activities (look) are appropriate The conclusion of the session is motivational. (took).
Teacher Care: PROPER Holistic Wellness Your health is your greatest wealth. Teaching is hard work. Unless you acknowledge the need to be mentally dynamic, vocationally committed, physically fit, emotionally resilient, socially becomingand spiritually growing, you will have a hard time advancing in the teaching ministry.