2/13/2017
Topic:
Students with Disabilities
Theresa King
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I'm a vocal teacher, and I had a student with severely limited upper body movement because of a congenital disorder. She also had impaired vision. I provided accommodations such as preferred seating, enlarged print for music, worksheets and tests, extended time for completion and supplemental materials such as enlarged writing utensils to ensure her success. She rose to the occasion each time and even ended up as part of my show choir. |
2/13/2017
Topic:
Tools and Strategies
Theresa King
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- Describe at least one way you have used technology to meet the needs of a student with a disability in your classroom. Be sure to describe the specific technology and how it assisted the student with a disability.
I have several students in my classes with IEPs and 504 plans. Because of this, I employ the use of Computer Assisted Instruction through our theory curriculum "Musition". This program provides additional practice with immediate feedback and allows students to work at their own pace, repeating portions, getting immediate feedback, or working ahead if they have grasped the concept. At any given time, I have at least 5 different levels working within this program. We break into cooperative learning groups to review the information for each lesson. Oftentimes, peer partners will work together to help solidify concepts taught in each lesson. This provides my students the opportunity to accept the help they often fear asking for. |
2/13/2017
Topic:
Assessment of Learning
Theresa King
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- Describe an example of adapted assessment you have successfully used in the fine arts classroom for students with disabilities.
Theory assessments tend to occur through pencil and paper. Some students understand the information, but have a disconnect between knowing and writing. Having the student give their answers orally has proven very successful in assessing knowledge. It also helps the students feel successful by determining their own way to display their knowledge of the information being learned. |