Self-advocacy and Accommodations
Which one is an example of a classroom accommodation?
A. Sitting in the front row. B. Using Closed Captioning C. Using speech-to-text D. All of the above.D. All of the above.
Give an example of how you start a conversation with a classmate.
Example is....
Which is the best thing to do if you feel distracted in class?
A. Put your head down. B. Yell at the person who is distracting C. Take a deep breath, refocus on the work, and remind yourself of the goal. D. All of the above.
C. Take a deep breath, refocus on the work, and remind yourself of the goal.
Is this a fact or opinion? Playing video games is the most fun thing ever.
It's an opinion. Why?
What is the capital city of the United States?
Washington D.C.
True or false: It is important to speak up for your hearing needs.
It is true, because you need to be able to hear all information at all times, and sometimes teachers need reminders.
True, False, or It depends: It is okay to ask for help from a teacher when the teacher is talking.
It depends. It is best to wait for the teacher to take a break in speaking, but if you need them to turn on the microphone or closed captioning, it's okay to raise your hand and politely wait to be called on.
Which statement is true?
A. Teachers make you work in groups so the work will be more fun. B. You work in groups to learn from each other. C. You work in groups to divide up the work. D. All of these could be true.
D. Teachers have different reasons for asking you to work in groups. What do you like about working in groups?
Name two things that your body might do when you feel frustrated.
Student example (tense up, eyebrows furrow, feel angry in your stomach)
What is the largest mammal in the ocean?
Blue whales can reach lengths of up to 100 feet and weigh upwards of 200 tons.
Give an example of a situation where you would have to advocate for yourself.
Example is.....
Name three ways to show you are listening to someone who is speaking.
Making eye contact
Leaning toward them
Nodding
Asking related questions
What can you do if you don’t understand an assignment?
Student example...
Name three things you might see someone else do if they are upset.
Student example:
What is the world's largest existing land animal?
The elephant.
True or False: technology can help with self-advocacy.
True. Having the microphone and the hub helps you access the same information that everyone else hears.
Why is it important to make requests politely?
Because we are more likely to get what we ask for if we use manners.
Name a strategy to help you stay on task during independent work.
Student example....
Name one thing you will see if there is a communication breakdown.
Possible answers: questioning looks, furrowed eyebrows, someone saying, "what??" someone giving the wrong answer.
What is Ms. Lori’s favorite animal?
Giraffes. But also loves dogs.
How should you ask for an accommodation if necessary?
Example....
What is one thing you can say to encourage a friend who is shy?
Student example...
What is the first thing you need to do to get started on independent work?
A. Choose a partner to work with. B. Sharpen your pencil. C. Make sure you understand the instructions. D. See what your best friend is doing at recess.
C. Make sure you understand the instructions.
What is empathy, and why is it important?
Understanding someone else's feelings. It's important because it can help us decide how to respond to that person and not get angry with them.
How many colors in a rainbow?
Seven. Red, orange, yellow, green, blue, indigo, violet. (ROYGBIV)