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Clear communication leads to strong relationships and happy students. Those with special needs express themselves in unique ways, so we need to listen differently and respond effectively. Learn a bit about the many languages, interpret behavior and actions, and use strategies that lead to positive outcomes.
See what's inside.
See what's inside.
See what's inside.
-Assume everyone would like to communicate and is able to do so.
-Know that those who don't speak can still hear and understand what is being said.
-Be patient since students may not be able to easily process what is heard.
Learn differences.
See what's inside.
See what's inside.
-Learn hand gestures and words unique to each family.
-Use electronic devices and boards that allow students to spell or point to pictures.
-Interpret possible meanings of repeated words or phrases heard from someone else or in a movie.
Make connections.
See what's inside.
Make connections.
-Phrase what you say to encourage positive responses.
-Be sensitive to your body posture and hand gestures.
-Review the many strategies on the worksheets below.