How do you teach students with intellectual disabilities?

How do you teach students with intellectual disabilities?

Instructional Strategies for Students with Cognitive Disabilities

1. Teach self-monitoring techniques.
2. Have students work each step in an assignment in different colors.
3. Encourage students to subvocalize while learning.
4. Assign a peer tutor and allow the peer or adult to read the text aloud to the student.
5. Use cooperative learning techniques to allow students to “reteach” concepts.

What is modification and example?

Modification is a change that is made, or is the act of changing something. When a plan is in place and you make a slight change to the plan such as building a wall one inch taller, this is an example of modification.

What are some accommodations for students with Down syndrome?

“Accommodations are the pathways to learning like eyeglasses to see, a special pencil grip to write, or an audio book to read along,” Eredics explains. Modifications are an absolute MUST for students with Down syndrome, because it allows them to access grade-appropriate curriculum at their level.

What technology can you use to assist students with Down syndrome?

Clicker software is used in schools and can be helpful for children who have Down’s syndrome (this software is designed to develop speech and language skills and word recognition using visual prompts). Special iApps is also commonly used by children who have Down’s syndrome.

How do you accommodate students with cerebral palsy?

What are common accommodations for students with motor coordination difficulties?

1. Preferential seating near the teacher.
2. Provide an angled desk or writing surface.
3. Adjust chair and/or desk height to maximize posture and stability.
4. Place a “Wiggle” cushion on the chair.
5. Place a non-skid mat on the chair.

How do you assess a child with Down syndrome?

Diagnostic tests that can identify Down syndrome include: Chorionic villus sampling (CVS). In CVS, cells are taken from the placenta and used to analyze the fetal chromosomes. This test is typically performed in the first trimester, between 10 and 13 weeks of pregnancy.

How can I help my child with Down syndrome in school?

In organising support for the student with Down syndrome, the class teacher should aim to:

1. Keep withdrawal to a minimum and give the child access to as much of the normal curriculum as possible.
2. Encourage the child to become an independent learner.
3. Foster co-operative working with other children in the class.

What are the needs of a child with Down syndrome?

Children with Down syndrome have delays in speech and motor skills, and may need help with self-care, such as dressing and grooming. Medical problems associated with Down syndrome can vary widely from child to child. While some kids and teens need a lot of medical attention, others lead healthy lives.

Can Down syndrome be prevented?

There’s no way to prevent Down syndrome. If you’re at high risk of having a child with Down syndrome or you already have one child with Down syndrome, you may want to consult a genetic counselor before becoming pregnant. A genetic counselor can help you understand your chances of having a child with Down syndrome.

What are the 3 types of Down syndrome?

There are three types of Down syndrome:

• Trisomy 21. This is by far the most common type, where every cell in the body has three copies of chromosome 21 instead of two.
• Translocation Down syndrome. In this type, each cell has part of an extra chromosome 21, or an entirely extra one.
• Mosaic Down syndrome.