Welcome to 3rd segment of Ask Us Anything. In these fun episodes of of the Sped Prep Academy podcast, Jennifer Hofferber and her monthly co-host, Paul, answer the questions you ask.
Today's questions:
- How do I work with so many different levels of students at one time- Andi
- How can I help a student with autism who doesn't engage with other kids learn how to play with other kids? -Tyler
Episode Highlights:
- Managing Diverse Learning Levels: Jennifer and Paul discuss the challenging task of catering to various learning levels in a special education setting. They emphasize the importance of acknowledging the difficulty of this task and offer strategies like data collection, creating small groups, and utilizing technology for differentiated learning.
- Role of Resource Teachers: Jennifer shares her experience as a resource teacher, highlighting the significance of structured organization and management in handling different grade levels. She talks about using color-coded materials and implementing a rotation system with technology to maintain an effective learning environment.
- Engaging Students with Autism in Social Interactions: The episode addresses a common concern regarding students with autism and their social interactions. Paul and Jennifer emphasize the uniqueness of each student with autism and suggest tailored strategies like providing choices, creating structured playtimes, and using social stories.
- Implementing Effective Social Goals: The hosts underscore the importance of carefully selecting peer interactions for students with autism. They suggest choosing resilient, understanding peers to foster positive experiences and gradually build social confidence.
- Utilizing Technology and Resources: Jennifer and Paul touch on the use of technology like IXL for differentiated instruction and the significance of equipping staff with clear roles and expectations to ensure smooth classroom management.
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