Following Directions
1. do an action
2. smile and nod
3. tell your teacher "ok"
1. do an action
True or False:
It is normal to get distracted sometimes
True
True or False:
If the teacher says to respond with a thumbs up or down, it is ok if I just say yes or no out loud
False. The direction/expectation is to respond with our thumb
If you are unsure what if your comment is on topic you should:
1. Say your comment and talk over your teacher if they say the class needs to move on
2. Say you comment and move on if your teacher says it isn't on topic
3. Never say anything in class
2. Say you comment and move on if your teacher says it isn't on topic
An accommodation makes a task:
1) Easier
2) Harder
3) Go away
1) Easier
An example of a direction at school is:
1. "What do you have for lunch?"
2. "Recess is my favorite time of the day!"
3. "Get whiteboard, marker, eraser."
3. "Get whiteboard, marker, eraser."
What is a strategy you use when you feel distracted in class?
Answers may vary:
Use a fidget, take a walk break, take a head down break, check back in with the teacher, drink some water or eat a snack (if I already have it with me)
To respond on signal we should:
1) Always call out the answer
2) Follow the teacher direction for how to respond
3) Never talk
2) follow the teacher direction for how to respond
True or False:
If your math teacher asks you a silly question, you can not answer because it is off topic to math.
False. If the teacher is asking, it is ok to respond.
True or False:
Knowing your strengths and needs can help you figure out what you might need more help on.
True
True or False:
Directions are always spoken.
False. Directions may be written like a rulebook or recipe
What is one part of engaged listening:
1. Looking out the window
2. Asking on topic questions
3. Calling out in class
2. Asking on topic questions
If a teacher says hold your whiteboard up on my signal, you should:
1) hold it up when the teacher says
2) hold it up once you have your answer
3) leave your whiteboard on your desk
1) hold it up when the teacher says
On topic questions/comments should be quick! That means they should be
1) 1-2 words
2) 1-2 sentences
3) 1-2 paragraphs
2) 1-2 sentences
True or False:
Everyone gets access to all of the same accommodations.
False. Accommodations are specific to your individual needs
In math, your teacher tells you the expectation is to show your work for each problem. What action should you take?
show work for each problem
What is something you can do before class to help you be ready to pay attention in class?
1. Sneak time on my Chromebook
2. Chat with peers and teachers
3. Get a fidget for class
3. Get a fidget for class
Your teacher says to fill in the blank when they pause. When you fill in the blank you are ________
1) Following directions
2) Responding on Signal
3)Both
3)Both
What is an on topic comment or questions if I say "I am making pizza for dinner tonight"
answers may vary
Penelope gets confused when the teacher says a lot of information and directions. Whatis an accommodation that Penelope could use?
Graphic organizer
Repeat directions
Directions clarified
All of the above
4. All of the above
What is one thing you can do if you don't understand a direction?
Ask the teacher to repeat, ask the teacher to write it down, ask the teach to speak louder or slower, ask the teacher to explain it a different way
Why is engaged listening important in class?
Shows teacher you are paying attention
Helps us hear directions and expectations for class
Move us up scale
Builds stronger relationships and reputation with peers and teachers
Why is it important to respond on signal?
Why is it important to respond on signal?
Moves us up the scale
Shows the teacher you are listening
Helps you stay focused
Check for understanding
Avoids confusion
What is an on topic comment or question you can make if your science teacher says "today we are talking about food webs and animals"?
Answers may vary
What is one accommodation you use?
Calculator, spell check, speech to text, scribe, small group, frequent breaks, noise cancelling headphones, graphic organizer, extended time and so many more!