Supporting kids with special needs works best when both regular education and special education staff work together. That's why it is helpful for all teachers to understand how they can modify and accommodate for students in their classrooms. For newer teachers, learning that you need to modify work
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How to Stop Stuttering with Stuttering Modification Therapy Discover how this treatment approach offers effective help for stutterers. For kids who stutter, everyday interactions can pose challenges. Stuttering modification therapy is one treatment option to help stutterers cope by teaching specific techniques that help children stutter "more easily." If you’re wondering how to stop stuttering, read on to find out more about the basics of this approach. The theory behind stuttering modification therapy is that by recognizing the stuttering and working with it, it's possible to remove tension from verbal exchanges. Speech therapists teach children techniques to control stuttering and "stutter on purpose," thereby reducing tension and stress, and increasing fluency. This theory runs counter to Fluency Shaping, a strategy that offers techniques aimed at eliminating stuttering altogether. Some speech therapists believe that a little of both stuttering modification therapy and fluency shaping make a perfect balance. Stuttering Modification Strategies Stuttering modification techniques to modify stutters range from "catching the stutter" to exaggerating stutters in a controlled way, and include: Voluntary Stuttering Children are instructed to stutter on purpose to remove some of the tension and negative feelings that come up when children find themselves stuttering unexpectedly. The goal is to desensitize the child to moments of disfluency, so they're not overwhelmed when they happen. Bouncing Children are encouraged to direct their stutters into repeating the actual syllable at the beginning of the word before going on to say the full word: "tay-tay-table," for instance, rather than "tuh-tuh-table." In time, this leads to sliding into words without stutters: "mmmmilk." Cancellations Stutterers learn to become more aware of disfluencies in their speech by pausing completely when they notice they've started stuttering. The teacher-developed Toobaloo can be very helpful when practicing cancellations at home or a speech therapy session. By offering immediate, direct auditory feedback, this speech-enhancing tool allows stutterers to hear themselves more clearly so they can recognize and correct disfluencies when they happen. Is Stuttering Modification Right for Your Child? Talking to a speech therapist is the best way to develop a game plan to get stuttering help for your child. They might suggest a blend of stuttering modification therapies and fluency-enhancing techniques that help kids accept and destigmatize stuttering, as they work toward eliminating it altogether. Figuring out how to stop stuttering in your child can be challenging, but arming yourself with support, knowledge, and useful tools can make all the difference. Get help for your child’s stuttering by shopping our USA-made speech therapy tools that are satisfaction guaranteed or call at 877.819.2541 to speak with our knowledgeable customer service representatives. Related Content How to Overcome Stuttering: Strategies and Tactics How to Get Rid of Stuttering in Children How to Stop Your Child's Stuttering in the New Year How To Help Your Child Overcome Stuttering How to Stop Stuttering While Talking
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The discussion comes up a lot about the difference between modifications and accommodations in the classroom. In the shortest terms, a modification is a significant change to the curriculum for students who are far below grade level expectations. It is changing WHAT kids are learning. An accommodati
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Special Education teachers are the masters of data collection! At times, collecting data can be overwhelming, especially when you sometimes have to outsource the collecting to other teachers, specialists, or teaching assistants. Tracking accommodations is necessary to make sure an IEP is being followed and can be helpful in determining which accommodations should be added to or removed from the IEP. Believe it or not, collecting data on accommodations and modifications does not have to consume your life! Share Information Be sure to share vital information with all teachers and assistants that work with your students. I have an accommodations organizer that I organize all of the information of my class. The information is in one place which is helpful for sharing information with assistants, special area teachers, and substitutes. When I first began teaching, I did not bother sharing such information with special area teachers until it was brought to my attention that a student of mine did not complete a test in physical education class. That student had trouble reading and was supposed to have his tests read. The PE teacher was unaware of his accommodations and therefore did not deliver them. I use a special form that reminds me of who needs to be informed of accommodations and modifications at the beginning of the school year and after an IEP annual review. Train Your Team If you have paraprofessionals in your classroom working with students, it is important to train them in how to deliver and how to track accommodations and modifications. Some interventions are more detailed than others. Observe your team while they are working with students and provide feedback as needed. The time you put in to properly train your team to record data the same way you would is so well spent! Use Checklists When I first started teaching, I used to write notes on a post-it that included which accommodations and modifications were used on assignments along with their effectiveness. It was very time consuming and often times, I forgot to add some things. Finally, I came up with a few checklists and forms to help the process. Level of Support One of the forms I use tracks the level of support a student needs from an adult. I use this one to determine the need for a 1:1 teaching assistant. It is useful before adding a TA and to collect data to see if continuing the intervention is a necessity. The adult that works with the student at that time fills it out while working with the student. Accommodations and Modifications Tracker I use this form two ways, depending on what I am collecting data for. As an IEP meeting approaches, I like to review the need for the interventions on the IEP. I can track the types of interventions are needed for different types of assignments and activities. More importantly, I can track the effectiveness of such interventions. I can also cut this tracker apart to staple it onto work samples. The work samples can be to show the Committee on Special Education the student's growth or regression. I also like to send work home with students with the form filled out from time to time so parents can see what kind of help the student needs in order to complete assignments at school. Frequency Tracker Another way I like to track the use of accommodations and modifications needed in school is with a frequency tracker I created. This gives me a quick visual of which interventions are being used and which are not. I focus on this during the weeks before a meeting so I can determine which accommodations and modifications need to remain, be added, or be removed from an IEP. Data collection is so important but it doesn't have to take over your entire life. Once you create a few checklists that fit your classroom or purchase one of the many checklists and charts from my TpT store, you will save yourself a ton of time and will have more data than you've ever had before!
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Simplify the process of tracking and sharing accommodations and modifications with this digital Accommodation Checklist. Designed for efficiency and flexibility, this editable checklist allows you to effortlessly monitor and customize the support you're providing to your students. Every column within this product is titled with a commonly used accommodation or modification, ensuring you have a comprehensive overview at your fingertips. The accommodations and modifications are grouped and color-coded based on their purpose, making it a breeze to locate specific information. Here's what you can expect from this tool: Customizable Accommodation/Modification List: Edit, adjust, and personalize the checklist to suit your specific needs, guaranteeing that your students' accommodations are accurately recorded and tracked. Simple Data Entry: Each student in your class is allocated a row, complete with functional checkboxes. This checklist allows you to effortlessly select and view the accommodations or modifications each student is receiving. Automated Calculations: Pre-entered formulas at the end of each row and column calculate the total number of accommodations or modifications received by each student. Additionally, it tracks how many students are benefiting from each specific accommodation or modification, providing you with valuable insights into classroom dynamics. Easily Share Data: Collaborate seamlessly with colleagues, parents, and administrators. With just a few clicks, you can provide updates and insights into the accommodations and modifications that are being implemented in your classroom. Bonus Features for Written Documentation Lovers: For those who prefer written records, this product has you covered! Alongside the digital checklist, this product now includes: Printer-Friendly Form: A document designed for easy printing, allowing you to maintain physical records of accommodations and modifications. Binder Cover and Spine Labels: Keep your written documentation organized and accessible with a binder cover and spine labels that perfectly match the style of your Accommodation Checklist.
Since I live in California and prefer not to order the Levain cookies by mail, I've tried baking monster cookies on my own at home. After trying various recipes and making several modifications over the years, I have finally settled into this one. Here's my take on the chocolate chip walnut cookies
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Filler Activities for ELA (blog post) What can you do with five extra minutes in secondary ELA? Here are a few ideas to engage students until the bell.
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Maribel is a cute swan crocheted with worsted weight yarn and a coordinating hook. It can be created using plush yarn if you prefer a super snuggly swan. The specific yarn I used for this example is Hobby Lobby’s I Love This Yarn. Please use what you are most comfortable with.
These 12 yoga poses are perfect for releasing tight hamstrings and reducing tension. Free printable included!
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Teaching handwriting to kids with dysgraphia involves modification, remediation and accommodations. This is how I teach my kids with dysgraphia handwriting.
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Working against a criteria & constraints list, students will make a boat designed for capacity and/or speed (new twists included in the newly-updated version of this challenge)!I think of this as an "anytime" STEM challenge, but it's perfect for the end of the school year and summer.
