2/25/2020
Topic:
Students with Disabilities
Sarah McDonald
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I had a student for 6 years who had muscular/ skeletal impairments. She was wheel chair bound and had limited fine and gross motor function. I would use adaptive supplies when possible (scissors, suction cup water bowl so it would not spill) tape papers to the work surface so they would not move while she was working. She had a para-professional who provided support as well. She could serve as an extra set of hands when needed, although we tried to help the student build motor function and independence as much as possible. |
2/27/2020
Topic:
Tools And Strategies
Sarah McDonald
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I use a document camera for demonstrations. This provides a clear, focused view of the steps to create or achieve a various technique. I can also record a demo so that students may review the steps if needed. |
5/1/2020
Topic:
Assessment of Learning
Sarah McDonald
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My main form of assessment is students demonstrating an understanding of the process through the completion of a project. For my students with disabilities, I can use many accommodations to help them be more successful. I can provide extra time for them to complete a project. I can provide preferential seating to limit distractions, place them near helpful role models if behaviors are an issue. I often review demonstrations one on one with students as needed whether the student is ESE identified or simply struggling with a skill, arts teachers naturally meet students where they are and use a variety of methods to help them demonstrate the concept or procedure being studied. |
5/1/2020
Topic:
Tools And Strategies
Sarah McDonald
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Two strategies that are useful are chaining and graphic organizers. My school was trained in thinking maps and I found that many of them were very useful in whole group activities or in small groups or even for individuals in sketchbooks for brainstorming, organizing background information or thinking about the sequential steps of various art processes. Chaining helps students to focus on sequential steps.
The document camera has been an invaluable piece of tech in the art room. Students can clearly see my hands completing the steps and fine motor techniques while hearing the descriptions, I can record so that students who need a review can rewatch all or certain parts. |
5/1/2020
Topic:
Tools And Strategies
Sarah McDonald
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Two strategies that are useful are chaining and graphic organizers. My school was trained in thinking maps and I found that many of them were very useful in whole group activities or in small groups or even for individuals in sketchbooks for brainstorming, organizing background information or thinking about the sequential steps of various art processes. Chaining helps students to focus on sequential steps.
The document camera has been an invaluable piece of tech in the art room. Students can clearly see my hands completing the steps and fine motor techniques while hearing the descriptions, I can record so that students who need a review can rewatch all or certain parts. |