Active Learning

Active Learning for Children and Youth with Multiple Disabilities Including Combined Vision and Hearing Loss

Presenter: Kathee Scoggin

Part 1: (85 minutes)

Attachments:

• Powerpoint
• Outline
• Likes/Dislikes

Outcomes:

• Explanation of what Active Learning means for children with multiple disabilities including deaf-blindness
• Examples of Active learning strategies

Part 2: (88 minutes)

Attachments:

• Powerpoint
• Outline
• Space for Active Learning Plans
• Additional Attachments

Outcomes:

• Example of what a CONSISTENT ROUTINE is
• Purpose of using a Space for Active Learning (SAL) or “Little Room”- Lilli Nielsen
• Why knowing the child’s likes and dislikes is important when determining what to put in the SAL or “Little Room”

Part 3: (87 minutes)

Attachments:

• Powerpoint
• AL Action Plan

Outcomes:

• How to make some materials or items that encourage Active Learning
• How to select items to use with these materials such as a Velcro vest, triangle board, resonance board
• Determining appropriate objectives for the student when using the materials

Part 4: (86 minutes)

Attachments:

• Powerpoint
• Outline
• Experience Book Directions
• Tactile Book Directions

Outcomes:

• Why concept development must be a part of all teaching with students with multiple disabilities including deaf-blindness
• The purpose of developing Experience Books
• How to develop and use experience books for literacy, reading, and concept development