Emotional/Behavioral
DefinitionTo exhibit one or more of the following over a long period of time.
**Does not include children that are socially maladjusted, unless determined to be seriously emotionally disturbed.** |
Characteristics |
Average to below average IQ (86-92)- performs one or more years below academic level- often have reading disabilities- difficulty making/keeping friends- lower levels of empathy, participation and extracurricular- difficulty sharing/playing games-problem solving difficulties- accepting consequences- expressive affection- high incarceration/drug abuse- high drop out rates- hyperactive impulsiveness- aggressive or self injury- withdrawl- immaturity
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Classroom |
Multisensory education (Mostly kinesthetic)- reward positive behavior-be specific- keep 3-5 very simple and specific rules(enforceable)- visual schedule- adjust task difficulty- concrete vocab- use cognitive thinking- allow for breaks- allow for movement- extended time- chunk assignments- reduce number of items on a page/items required- most difficult subjects presented earlier in the day- teach organizational strategies- cool down techniques- use routines- timer for time management- have a quiet zone- catch them bring good- advanced notice for transitions- use proximity- use redirection- never engage in a power struggle- use non-threatening questions- reinforce immediately- phase out tangible rewards immediately- give them choices
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