4/29/2020
Topic:
Assessment of Learning
Roxanne Simpson
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I had a student with a severe emotional/behavioral disability. I ended up allowing him to be my 'helper' and I let him hand out different items such as instruments, scarves, or whatever manipulatives we needed for the day and we were able to avoid many behavioral issues.
A while back I had a student with a severe physical and auditory disability and was wheelchair bound. I remember using the song ‘I can play on my big bass drum’ which is great for kids with special needs who have a physical and auditory disability. |
4/30/2020
Topic:
Tools and Strategies
Roxanne Simpson
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One strategy is Learning Center. Create a differentiated center to accommodate students with disabilities. At the center, students can play patterns on non-pitched percussion. In the center, the blue flash cards will have simpler patterns, green flash cards will have middle-of-the-road patterns, and pink flash cards will have more challenging patterns.
Also, I can use Task Cards. Create musical symbol task cards. Students play the Scoot game. Students move from chair to chair answering a different card each time. Students will begin the game at their desks with whatever numbered Scoot card is on the desk. All students move in the same direction from one desk to another. Students will write the Card Letter, Card Number and their answer on their Recording Sheet. Practice procedure so the students know what to do and give them ample time. |
5/1/2020
Topic:
Students with Disabilities
Roxanne Simpson
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I have a Kindergarten student with Down Syndrome and she comes to class with an aide. I have found that it is best to partner her with a peer to help guide her through the activities.
I have several students that are developmentally delayed. With activities such as the cup game, for instance, I always sit these students next to me in the circle so I can better assist them. I perceive that they feel more comfortable attempting the activity when they are close to me and can watch me.
I also have an autistic student that is sensitive to loud noises, so he comes to class with noise cancelling headphones and he just has the time of his life. |