4/2/2017
Topic:
Students with Disabilities
David Dixson
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I'm a middle school band director who had a student that was visually impaired. She was having a difficult time seeing the print of the music. She used other tools to assist with her vision but they were difficult to manage. We researched the possibility (through her aide) of having the method book enlarged. It was a successful attempt that made a huge difference. |
4/3/2017
Topic:
Tools and Strategies
David Dixson
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Option 2: I use the bright link board to assist my visually impaired student. The wonderful benefit to this is, I don't have to ask her to move closer and everything is magnified on a much bigger display. On certain music theory websites, you are capable of moving through lessons with a click of the mouse. This alleviates me from having to hand write everything. |
4/3/2017
Topic:
Assessment of Learning
David Dixson
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I like utilizing Ongoing Assessments. This way the student is able to absorb small chunks of information in short periods of time. Students may demonstrate mastery of skill(s) as we move through them. This could range from new scales, speed drills (notes on the staff) and/or identification of music symbols. According to some students with 504's, I allow extra time on speed drill if extra time is part of their accommodation. |