what is responsive classroom?
the goal is to bring socisl-emotional learning and academic learning together through the use of language to encourage and empower children
what is physical development?
the development of growth, motor skills, strength, and coordination
what are visual signals?
communication used through gestures, lights, facial expressions, colors, shapes, symbols, and images
what are some basic characteristics of dyslexia?
difficulties reading and writing which affects language
what is inclusion?
providing equality amond all individuals of different ages, IEPs, 504 plans, ethlicities, and backgrounds
what are the seven components (raindrops) of a responsive classroom?
hint: there are 7
rules and logical consequences, morning meeting, classroom management, classroom organization, parent communication strategies, guided discovery, and academic choice
what is social development?
what are auditory signals?
communication used through sounds, noises, and voices
what are some basic characteristics of autism?
difficulties with communication and emotions that affect how the brain process information
what is one universal health care procaution?
hint: HIV
don't touch blood
what is academic choice?
a teaching approach where children get to choose what and how they learn
what is emotional development?
the development of emotions expressions, understanding, and awareness
receptive language
the ability to understand and process spoken, written, and nonverbal language
what are some basic characteristics of auditory processing disorder?
difficulties following instructions and comprehending information which affects how the brain processes noises and voices
what is IDEA?
The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act: it gives the right of education to students with disabilities
what does it mean to have a positive classroom?
a learning environment that is supportive, respectful, safe, motivated, and engaging
what is cognitive development?
the development of thinking, learning, understanding, and processing key elements
expressive language
the ability to communicate your thoughts through feelings, gestures, signs, words, and symbols
what is an exceptionality?
a student's unique learning and developmental needs that require specialized support or services to succeed
what are the Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks?
learning requirements for grades kindergarden to twelfth grade
what are some ways parents can communicate with their child's teacher?
phone, email, letters, and meetings
what are some basic developmental characteristics of four year olds?
motor skills, cognitive development, and independence
what is teacher language?
teacher language vocalizes rules and regulations: being specific, being brief, looking for reinforcement opportunities, praising when necessary, and not making the child's work about the teacher
what is the difference between modifications and accommodations?
modifications are changes to the curriculum while accommodations do not change the curriculum
what are some classroom management strategies?
esteblishing clear rules, building teacher-student relationships, using positive reinforcement, and implementing routines