SPED 550 MPickar Trifold ID Brochure

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Jun 6, 2024

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Understanding Intellectual Disabilities: Teachers should have a basic understanding of what intellectual disabilities are, including their causes, characteristics, and how they may impact learning and socialization. Individualized Education Plans (IEPs): Familiarize themselves with each student's IEP, which outlines specific goals, accommodations, and modifications to support their learning needs. Differentiated Instruction: Implementing differentiated instruction techniques allows teachers to tailor their teaching methods and materials to accommodate students with diverse learning needs, including those with intellectual disabilities. Universal Design for Learning (UDL): UDL provides a framework for creating accessible and inclusive learning environments by offering multiple means of representation, engagement, and expression. As a general education teacher, you play a crucial role in supporting and including students with intellectual disabilities in your classrooms. By incorporating these strategies and approaches into your teaching practices, you can create caring and inclusive classroom communities where all students, including those with intellectual disabilities, feel valued, supported, and empowered to succeed. Positive Behavior Support: Clear expectations and proactive interventions can promote positive behavior and create a supportive classroom environment. Collaboration and Communication: Regular communication with special education teachers, support staff, and parents/guardians is essential for sharing information, collaborating on strategies, and monitoring progress. Promoting Inclusion and Belonging: Foster a sense of belonging and acceptance among all students by promoting empathy, understanding, and respect for individual differences. Encourage peer support and opportunities for collaborative learning. Strengths-Based Approach: Recognize and celebrate each student's strengths, talents, and interests. Providing opportunities for students to showcase their abilities can boost confidence and promote a sense of pride and belonging.
Melissa Pickar Special Education Teacher - DCD Moorhead High School Phone: 218-284-2441 https://www.isd152.org/page/special- education "Strength lies in differences, not in similarities." — Stephen R. Covey SUPPORTING STUDENTS WITH INTELLECTUAL DISABILITIES IN HIGH SCHOOL Be mindful of cultural differences and how they may intersect with different disabilities. Show that you respect and value diverse cultural backgrounds and perspectives. This will help to create an inclusive classroom environment. If we, as educators are to support students of all abilities, then we need to Continuously seek out professional development opportunities to enhance knowledge and skills in supporting students with intellectual disabilities. This may include workshops, training sessions, or online courses focused on inclusive education practices.
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