Visuals and schedules are tools. And tools need to be taught. Tools require instruction. We need to teach our students how to utilize these tools. They will not be a magic wand. In this episode, I share how to teach the visuals you are setting up in your classroom so students can use them independently. […]
Keeping a classroom running smoothly requires setting up systems and processes so you don’t forget anything. There is a lot on the plate for a special education teacher. Make that workload easier by setting up systems for yourself. In this episode, I share some teacher visuals that you need to keep your classroom running smoothly. […]
We all know visuals are important in the classroom. When setting up your classroom, make sure you have the right visuals in the right places. Visuals should be embedded into your classroom so you can readily utilize them. Post visuals by your classroom door that will be needed outside of the classroom. Make a list […]
Schedules with moveable pieces are great to provide substantial support and visual prompting for how to navigate the classroom. Once students are successful with this type of schedule, move towards a paper schedule. These schedules provide more options for generalization. You can more readily incorporate these schedules into new settings leading to more independence. Resources: […]
In life, changes are inevitable. But sometimes handling changes can be difficult. Instead of waiting for extremely challenging changes to common, work on small, manageable changes in your schedule with your students. Start small, provide support, and then fade. ————– The Executive Functions Masterclass & Toolkit will be open for enrollment from July 11 – […]