Learning Styles
How many learning styles did we discuss and list them.
Three learning styles - visual, auditory, kinesthetic
How many intelligences did we discuss?
Eight intelligences.
How many student exceptionalities did we discuss and list them.
Six exceptionalities: autism, blindness, deafness, emotionally disturbed, intellectually disabled, and gifted
Fill in the blank:
It is important to have a culturally _____ and _____ classroom.
Responsive, inclusive
What is a learning style?
A Learning Style is the way an individual student learns best.
Who developed the theory of multiple intelligences?
Howard Gardner
Define what it means to be a student with exceptionalities.
Students whose physical, behavioral, and cognitive behavior is different from what is considered normal, that additional services are required to meet the students needs
What is a culturally responsive classroom?
Culturally responsive classrooms specifically acknowledge the presence of culturally diverse students and the need for the students to fine relevant connections among themselves and with the subject matter and the tasks teachers ask them to perform
Differentiate between the three learning styles.
Visual - one understands and remembers concepts best by sight
Auditory - individual learns best by listening to what is being taught
Kinesthetic - learn best by touching or doing
List the eight multiple intelligences.
Spatial-visual intelligence
Bodily-kinesthetic intelligence
Interpersonal intelligence
Verbal-linguistic intelligence
Logical-mathematical intelligence
Musical intelligence
Intrapersonal intelligence
Naturalist intelligence
Describe the accommodations available for students with exceptionalities.
Autism - behavioral, occupational, speech-language and many more types of therapy
Blindness - mobility canes or a service dog, itinerant teaching
Deafness - hearing aids and assistive listening devices
Emotional Disturbance - regular meetings with the school guidance counselor or meeting with a therapist
Intellectual Disabilities - intervention lab program
Gifted Students - honors and AP classes, as well as certain programs for their gifted students
Explain ways to create a culturally responsive and inclusive classroom.
Conduct a self-assessment
Use a range of culturally sensitive instructional methods and materials
Establish a classroom atmosphere that respects individuals and their cultures
Employ ongoing and culturally aware assessments
Collaborate with other professionals and families