Assessment and identification are key elements in education, in particular, special education. Assessing students is essential to knowing where to begin with a student. No matter what the student's ability is or is being, they all need to be assessed. After the assessments are done and evaluated, a teacher should have a better understanding of what level of performance the students are in the classroom. More than likely not all students will perform equally. The child needs further identification, a teacher needs to initiate a meeting with that diagnostician and get the students started in the Response To Intervention (RTI) process. The child is identified and then an IEP (Individualized Educational Plan) is created at and ARD(Annual Review and Dismissal) meeting. For Emotional or behavioral disturbed students, a BIP (Behavior Intervention Plan) is usually utilized to assist the child and teacher to “pinpoint” troubled times of the day or particular settings that are not productive for that child and their learning process. Once the ARD meeting has taken place and the modifications have been approved and relayed to the teacher, the learning can begin.…
This case study is about David (name change to protect the student), a ninth grade student classified autism spectrum disorder and anxiety disorder. David is enrolled in inclusion classes for his academic subjects. David has had difficulty making the transition to high school. He is failing his classes and his parents and teachers report that his poor organizational skills decrease his ability to complete work independently and on time. The objective of this case study is for David to become independent in recording, tracking and completing all assignments assigned by the teachers, and turn them in on time. The starting point for the team was to review the initial assessment of the student. The following assessments were considered within this…
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We live in a world that strives for perfection and this is seen throughout education. Students are consistently taking standardized tests to compare their scores to the norm/benchmark and based on how far away the student may be from the norm/benchmark, the student may be labeled “at risk”. Special Education services may be an impact based on these scores. The problem with the education system is that for some students the attempt for perfection is a task that may be near to impossible, some may succeed, but others may fail. Although learning disabilities can be overcome, there are other disabilities that a student may have for the rest of their life, either they were born with or they may become disabled later on in their life.…
Specifically, when addressing intellectual disabilities, a plethora of training options are available, language training, socialization training, self-care skills training and academic skills training would all be potential tools to deal with singular and comorbid disorders. (Pg. 411- 412) Moreover, I would understand that I was part of a problem solving, collaborative team. A team comprised of my child, myself/spouse, physicians, mental health practitioners and educators. I would understand that a good working consensus would be paramount to the success and potential of my child's outcome. That educating family, friends and neighbors to marginalize or eliminate stigma, fears and ignorance would be of the utmost importance. Lastly, I would never cease to see my child's potential and to treat them as a whole complex living being rather than a series of clinical…
Students that are affected with Mental Retardation (MR) have very specific needs within the educational environment. In order to accommodate those needs it is imperative that the Diagnosis/Prescription/Evaluation (DPE) and analyses of goal instruction be very accurate, meaningful, and specific to the individual student. This very intricate and detailed process requires the input and skills of teachers, parents, and other professionals such as medical doctors, social…
The few things I did know about when it came to behavior disorders was that they are one of the thirteen category covers under IDEA. I also knew that when working with individuals with behaviors you have to be very patient and be aware of the individual’s diagnosis. From this experience I learned a lot of the paperwork that needs to be completed for individuals with behaviors disorders. I also got to witness first-hand how to deal with a behavior when it happens. The experience I got to witness first hand was when a male student was sent out of his general education classroom to Kristen’s classroom since he treated his teacher, since she was not helping him with his work. The first thing Kristen did when he walked in the classroom was ask him if he wanted to talk about what happened or take some time to calm down. The student decided to calm down first. Once he was calmed down Kristen walked over to him and asked him what happened in a very strict and calm way. When she finally figures out what happened she explained to the student that he is going to have to deal with the repercussions of his actions as well as fill out a form explaining what happened. This form is used as documentation to see what the student point of view of the…
The strategies in this article can be put to immediate use when working with students with disabilities. I have worked with a lot of students with learning disabilities and ADHD on post-secondary options. With…
It is hard as an educator to watch a child struggle to learn on the same level as their peers, to focus, and to stay on task. Especially when it is clear that the child has an inability to do all of the above, and could possibly have attention deficit disorder (ADHA) or an emotional behavior disorder (EBD) causing these inabilities. As an educator you want to do what is best for the educational success of all of your students. However, without the proper intervention it is not possible to do so. As a parent it is hard to hear that your child has a disability, we might notice small and sometimes abnormal…
Many times, the general education teacher is the person who first sees issues in a child that could benefit from the IEP. Regardless of who determines that a student is struggling, the general education teacher must be a part of the team that creates a child’s IEP, as he or she can provide insight about the child’s needs and how they can be met within the classroom (U.S. Department of Education, 2007). Additionally, the IEP itself can play a part in the general education classroom if the student’s least restrictive environment allows him or her to remain there. The IEP could require a general education teacher to adapt to a different curriculum or implement related services within the classroom. Teachers may also need to focus more on collaboration with other teachers or a special education teacher, which could result in a co-teaching situation. These factors would greatly change the dynamic of the classroom and may present a challenge to the general education…
Growing up with ADHD is challenging enough. Going to school makes it even more challenging. A student with ADHD has a hard time concentrating in school and gets distracted a lot. It also can effect their grades. In third grade, I was diagnosed with ADHD and had to retake the grade all over again. It is not the best feeling in the world getting held back because you think you are stupid. A kid with ADHD will usually learn slower than the rest of the other kids in their class. Sometimes they won't even understand what is going on at all. Since they can't learn like the other kids and can't be put into a special needs class, they have to get special accomodation from the teacher. That makes it seem to them and other kids that they are getting special attention, but it really isn't. Help from the teacher after class most likely will make the child understand more and feel smarter. However, there is exceptions to the type of special accomodation ever student with ADHD gets. Like, getting extra notes written out for you or getting extended time on test taking. These accomodations do make things easier for the student in school. Getting held back was an awful experience at the…
An Early Childhood Educator can help a student with ADHD by doing three simple things. They can help make the classroom an easier learning environment, they can assist in keeping the student on track and of course by ensuring they have the best learning environment possible.…
The reporter met with and observed Ms. D in her alternative academic classroom. She has several students receiving services as students with intellectual disabilities. The reporter reviewed two IEP’s and information has been included that represents a very informal discussion with Ms. D in which she provided information regarding diagnosis/prescription/evaluation and analyses of goal instruction including the implementation and development of goal instruction for students. Also the role that such procedures play in the daily class.…
These disabilities drastically affect my ability to focus, especially on abstract concepts like math which require nuanced thinking and precision. ADHD also affects my organization skills, leaving me scatter-brained and forgetful. Leaves me with social anxiety and feelings of inadequacy, causing me to feel nervous about asking for help or clarification due to the (admittedly unfounded and ridiculous) fear I'd be thought of as "stupid" by my peers, which may have also played a role in my inadequate math grades. Looking back, I feel like I was and am capable of achieving more. I never used these disabilities as excuses for poor performance or justification for taking the "easy way out". My freshman year, I was placed in a "Study Skills" class as part of my IEP, but I felt like this was holding me back as a learner, giving me an excuse to slack off, and boxing me into a category as a "disabled person" who couldn't possibly progress. I was able to advocate for myself and convince my parents and my teachers that I no longer needed support services. I want nothing more but to be a productive member of society, to help inspire others who may be dismissed as lost causes due to their circumstances, and to develop and hone my knowledge into something that can change the world for the…
The six-column framework for differentiated instruction proposes that if we are trying to comprehend and construct classrooms in which differentiated instruction can grow, there are several components that we need to search and be mindful of in our preparation and teaching. Educators must explore the framework and recognize what they are already utilizing in the classroom and why these components are needed for supporting differentiation. These components are necessary and we must work constantly on all of them so that all students obtain what is necessary in learning and communicating (Gregory, 2008).…