Autism
Documents
Autism Pamphlet <http://media.tumblr.com /tumblr_makpknvQdm1rp5 kzv.jpg> This pamphlet gives websites to learn more and helpful questions to ask your doctor. Autism Society <http://www.autism-society.org> This Autism Society created this website to help people who are affected by Autism. |
Media
What is Autism? <https://www.autismspeak s.org/what-autism> This website shares information about Autism, the symptoms as well as treatment suggested. Autistic Boy Shares Life Lessons |
Strategies
1) Ensure that the student has a way to appropriately express their wants and needs. 2) Be aware of teasing by peers; teach and rehearse appropriate responses to bullying. Resource: <http://www.do2learn.com /disabilities/Characteristics AndStrategies/Autism SpectrumDisorder_Strategies. html> |
Deafness
Documents
National Association of the Deaf <www.nad.org> This website displays current information about youth advocates for education and community resources for people who knows an hearing impaired person. Deafness- a range of causes <http://www.betterhealth. vic.gov.au/bhcv2/bhcarticles .nsf/pages/Deafness_-_a_ range_of_causes> This website is about the causes of a person losing their hearing. |
Media
Letters of Sign Language Understanding Deafness |
Strategies
1) Facial expressions, gestures, and other body language will help convey your message. 2) The use of visual aids is most helpful since vision is the student's primary means of receiving information. Resource: <https://www.sdcity.edu/ Portals/0/CollegeServices/ StudentServices/DSPS/QT1-DHI.pdf> |
Deaf- Blindness
Documents
National Family Association for Deaf- Blind <http://nfadb.org/> This website is a great way to connect with others who share the same interests and needs. Deaf- Blindness <http://www.parentcenter hub.org/wpcontent/uploads /repo_items/fs16.pdf> This website gives a little bit of facts as well as resources for people dealing with this disability. |
Media
Deaf- Blindness in the Classroom Deaf- Blind ABC123 in Action |
Strategies
1) Build a strong relationship with the student. 2) Develop positive self-esteem by giving the learner opportunities for choices. Resource: <http://ww2.rochester.k12 .mn.us/region10/Staff___ Specialists/Deaf_Blind/ deaf_blind .htm#stratees> |