Classroom Suggestions
- Subject matter: read/paraphrased
- Visual Demonstrations
- Instructions: given in several channels: written, spoken, demonstrations
- Utilization of supplemental aids: vocabulary, multiplication cards, etc.
- Utilization of visual multisensory materials
- Mnemonic aids/review instruction of mnemonic devices
- Overhead/outline for desk use
- Small group
- Functional level materials
- Emphasis on successful experiences
- Typed tests
- Highlighted texts
- Taping lectures
- Note taking assistance
- Extended time for assignment completion
- More time for reading assignments
- More time for mastery of points of recall
- Shortened assignments
- Assignment notebooks
- Study sheets/summary sheets/outlines of most important facts
- Time for repeated review/ drill
- Repeatedly draw facts to point of mastery
- Use of Content Mastery program
- Learn to test/retest self
- Use of calculator
- Reduction of pencil/paper tasks
- Manipulation of materials in small steps
- One/one for at least 10/20 minutes daily
- Classwork graded on what is completed only
- Printing accepted rather then cursive
- Credit given for class participation, effort, and attendance
- Assistance given in organization and planning of class work and /or homework
- More time for test preparation
- Tests given during study hall. Reviews done the day before the test. Review of test is activity in lieu of other assignment at that time.
- Review/testing matched to student pace
- Test directions read/explained
- Fewer repetitive test items to complete
- Test format allowing more space
- Test format is close-ended objective items
- Fewer written responses
- Oral tests
- Short answer tests
- Modified tests
- Preferential seating to reduce distraction
- Defined limits
- Cooling off period
- Concrete reinforcers
- Positive reinforcers
- Behavior check cards
- Waiver of assignments to students because of schedule needs, illness, other.