Auditory processing is often considered a problem when students can’t follow a spoken lecture or when they tune out after the teacher starts with a … [Read more...] about Auditory Processing
Leisure Break
Independent Down Time—Leisure Skill Development Students need things to do when they are done with an activity but the schedule is not ready to c … [Read more...] about Leisure Break
Nonverbal Learning Disorder (NVLD)
The NVLD student is easily lost, looking confused, after just getting started on an assignment, because of their poor ability to mental map and … [Read more...] about Nonverbal Learning Disorder (NVLD)
Attunement and Engagement
It is easy to become distracted or preoccupied while teaching or assisting in a therapeutic classroom. However, being present and aware, being … [Read more...] about Attunement and Engagement
Chronic Stress, Inflammation, and Mood Dysfunction
It is not well understood at this point but there is a relationship between pro-inflammatory cytokines (immune system response) and neurochemical … [Read more...] about Chronic Stress, Inflammation, and Mood Dysfunction
Positive Psychology and Student Learning Implications
People who experience anger, rage, high stress, and frustration also experience an increase in blood pressure, muscle tension respiration rate, the … [Read more...] about Positive Psychology and Student Learning Implications
Two Self-Control Programs
Some students are told several times throughout a class period to pay attention, to stay in their seat, to stop talking, etc. With these students … [Read more...] about Two Self-Control Programs
Tolerance Extending Contingency Programs
A “First/Then” card is used to show students what they need to do first, before they may engage in the activity they prefer (“first put the puzzles … [Read more...] about Tolerance Extending Contingency Programs
Race To The Finish Independence And Work Habits Program
Race To The Finish is an independence program used for younger students (grades K –3) or less capable (e.g., IQ approx. < 80) older students (see t … [Read more...] about Race To The Finish Independence And Work Habits Program
Match the Pace Independence Program
Match The Pace is a visually supported independence program used for students in grades K –8. There are many students who have trouble finishing t … [Read more...] about Match the Pace Independence Program
Introduction to Visual Self-Management Programs to Increase Independence
Some students are told several times throughout a class period to complete their work, to follow directions, to pay attention, to stay in their … [Read more...] about Introduction to Visual Self-Management Programs to Increase Independence
I Can Do It – Independence Program
Some children don’t want to do anything on their own and they wait for the teacher to walk them through all their work. Maybe they lack confidence o … [Read more...] about I Can Do It – Independence Program