Success in the classroom for students with special needs is directly related to the effective use of appropriate educational strategies. The classroom teacher is instrumental in designing and implementing the strategies to assist the individual learning styles of the students in the classroom. Stated in the article by readwritethink, 2016,
“our aim should be to move away from traditional practices of teaching with one modality (typically linguistic) for all students in a lesson; if we recognize that our students learn in different ways, then we also need to recognize that our students need us to teach lessons with strategies that allow students to process information through multiple modalities (para. 3.).
Using a multi-modal approach, will …show more content…
These skills need to be taught and modeled in the classroom by both the teacher and peers. Time management not only refers to the student’s ability to manage their time, for example, keep track of assignment and finishing them on time; but also, the teacher’s ability to manage the day, for example, the schedule for the day, the pacing of the lesson, planning for breaks and transition from activity to activity. Some examples of strategies that effective teachers use in managing time are, shorter work periods with breaks built in, additional time for classwork or homework, and reducing the amount of work when appropriate for the student’s needs. It is equally important to plan for transition time. It requires the teacher to inform the student before a change in the activity. Often times you may need to warn the student several times before making the transition. Transitions are as important to your day as the lessons; well planned transitions can help all the students in the classroom. Some examples of transitions include, playing music when moving from one activity to another, using the lights or using a clapping type activity. Timers are another great tool to use, especially the visual timer that lets the student see just how much time is left before they need to move to another activity. Whatever you choose, the teacher needs to be specific in the instruction, …show more content…
It is important to avoid confrontation. When a student is acting out, remain calm and do not overreact. Remember that it takes two people in a power struggle and the teacher does not have to engage. Some behavior strategies can include ignoring the attention seeking behavior and providing some wait time or cooling off time for the student. Arrange for a safe place in the classroom for your students for some quiet time. Along with your classroom rules and expectations provide reinforces or rewards for good behavior. Consistency and follow though are key to maintaining behavior management plans in the classroom. Once established and maintained, many behavior problems could be thwarted. In the event that situations arise, the classroom teacher has well thought-out out policies and plans to handle the student and their behavior. Designing, planning and implementing effective and appropriate strategies in the classroom are essential to a successful experience for the student with special needs. Teachers utilize these appropriate strategies in conjunction with the individual students learning styles to create a provide successful lessons for the students. Teachers establish relationships with the students when they meet them, and no matter how difficult a student may be, they each deserve the very best. This student teacher relationship can make the difference
“our aim should be to move away from traditional practices of teaching with one modality (typically linguistic) for all students in a lesson; if we recognize that our students learn in different ways, then we also need to recognize that our students need us to teach lessons with strategies that allow students to process information through multiple modalities (para. 3.).
Using a multi-modal approach, will …show more content…
These skills need to be taught and modeled in the classroom by both the teacher and peers. Time management not only refers to the student’s ability to manage their time, for example, keep track of assignment and finishing them on time; but also, the teacher’s ability to manage the day, for example, the schedule for the day, the pacing of the lesson, planning for breaks and transition from activity to activity. Some examples of strategies that effective teachers use in managing time are, shorter work periods with breaks built in, additional time for classwork or homework, and reducing the amount of work when appropriate for the student’s needs. It is equally important to plan for transition time. It requires the teacher to inform the student before a change in the activity. Often times you may need to warn the student several times before making the transition. Transitions are as important to your day as the lessons; well planned transitions can help all the students in the classroom. Some examples of transitions include, playing music when moving from one activity to another, using the lights or using a clapping type activity. Timers are another great tool to use, especially the visual timer that lets the student see just how much time is left before they need to move to another activity. Whatever you choose, the teacher needs to be specific in the instruction, …show more content…
It is important to avoid confrontation. When a student is acting out, remain calm and do not overreact. Remember that it takes two people in a power struggle and the teacher does not have to engage. Some behavior strategies can include ignoring the attention seeking behavior and providing some wait time or cooling off time for the student. Arrange for a safe place in the classroom for your students for some quiet time. Along with your classroom rules and expectations provide reinforces or rewards for good behavior. Consistency and follow though are key to maintaining behavior management plans in the classroom. Once established and maintained, many behavior problems could be thwarted. In the event that situations arise, the classroom teacher has well thought-out out policies and plans to handle the student and their behavior. Designing, planning and implementing effective and appropriate strategies in the classroom are essential to a successful experience for the student with special needs. Teachers utilize these appropriate strategies in conjunction with the individual students learning styles to create a provide successful lessons for the students. Teachers establish relationships with the students when they meet them, and no matter how difficult a student may be, they each deserve the very best. This student teacher relationship can make the difference