Teaching Students with Special Needs By Kimberly Meehan Touro College Professor Morales SpEd 635

Strategies for teaching students with ADHD Use clear, one-step directions Provide directions orally and in writing Seat student away from distractions Use hands-on activities Give warnings about transitions Provide a schedule Remind student of requirements Assign a peer assistant

Strategies for teaching students with hearing losses Articulate clearly Address the student directly Use a students name first, before asking a question Do no exaggerate your lip movement Do not cover your mouth when talking Do not turn your back to the class when speaking Repeat information by paraphrasing

Strategies for teaching students with Mental Retardation Gain students attention before beginning instruction Actively involve students in the lesson Teach with real materials or provide concrete examples Ensure that the first skill taught is mastered Provide many opportunities to practice Select learning objectives that are specific to the skill being taught

Strategies for teaching students with visual loss Prepare enlarged print or Braille handouts Repeat orally what is written on the board Audio record lectures Place students desk near teacher desk and blackboard Eliminate clutter from the classroom especially aisles

Strategies for teaching students with autism Develop a schedule Avoid surprises Do not make unannounced changes Provide structure and routine Use direct statements Avoid using only nonverbal cues Do not use slang or metaphors Use concrete examples Provide feedback

Reference Smith, D. D. (2007). Introduction to special education: Making a difference (6 th ed.). New York, NY: Pearson.