Teaching Students with Special Needs

By Kimberly Meehan

Touro College

Professor Morales

SpEd 635

Strategies for teaching students with ADHD

Use clear, one-step directionsProvide directions orally and in writingSeat student away from distractionsUse hands-on activitiesGive warnings about transitionsProvide a scheduleRemind student of requirementsAssign a peer assistant

Strategies for teaching students with hearing losses

Articulate clearlyAddress the student directlyUse a students name first,

before asking a questionDo no exaggerate your lip

movementDo not cover your mouth when

talkingDo not turn your back to the

class when speakingRepeat information by

paraphrasing

Strategies for teaching students with Mental Retardation

Gain students attention before beginning instruction

Actively involve students in the lesson

Teach with real materials or provide concrete examples

Ensure that the first skill taught is mastered

Provide many opportunities to practice

Select learning objectives that are specific to the skill being taught

Strategies for teaching students with visual loss

Prepare enlarged print or Braille handouts

Repeat orally what is written on the board

Audio record lecturesPlace students desk near

teacher desk and blackboard

Eliminate clutter from the classroom especially aisles

Strategies for teaching students with autism

Develop a scheduleAvoid surprisesDo not make unannounced

changesProvide structure and routineUse direct statementsAvoid using only nonverbal

cuesDo not use slang or metaphorsUse concrete examplesProvide feedback

Reference

Smith, D. D. (2007). Introduction to special education: Making a difference (6th ed.). New York, NY: Pearson.