Visual supports can be incredibly effective when teaching students with autism, providing clarity and reducing anxiety by offering predictable and consistent cues. Here are...
Using Visual Supports for Autism Students
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Teaching and Learning
Visual Processing Disorder Behavioral Management
Managing behavioral challenges for a child with Visual Processing Disorder (VPD) often involves creating a supportive environment that accommodates their visual needs and...
VPD and the Public School System
Visual Processing Disorder (VPD) can be challenging for students in public school systems, as it affects how visual information is interpreted rather than eyesight itself....
Wechsler Individual Achievement Test
The Wechsler Individual Achievement Test–Third Edition (WIAT-III) is a comprehensive test designed to measure academic achievement in children, adolescents, and adults. It...
What are Cognitive Delays in Down Syndrome?
Cognitive delays in individuals with Down syndrome refer to slower development in intellectual abilities and mental processing compared to their typically developing peers....
What are Sensory Breaks?
Sensory breaks are short, structured breaks that allow individuals, particularly those with Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD) or other sensory challenges, to regulate their...
What is a 504 Plan?
A 504 Plan is a formal plan developed in the U.S. to provide accommodations and modifications for students with disabilities in public schools and ensure equal access to...
What is a Functional Behavioral Assessment?
A functional behavioral assessment (FBA) is a systematic process to identify the underlying causes or functions of challenging behaviors in individuals. It is a process that...
What is a Tactical Learner?
A tactical learner is often mistakenly referred to but what is meant is a tactile learner (sometimes called a kinesthetic learner). This learner learns best through physical...
What is a Visual Learner?
A visual learner learns best by seeing and processing information visually. This learning style is characterized by a preference for pictures, diagrams, charts, maps, and...
What is an Auditory Learner?
An auditory learner is someone who learns best through listening. These individuals tend to absorb and retain information more effectively when presented through sounds,...
What is an IEP?
An Individualized Education Program (IEP) is a written plan developed for public school students eligible for special education services in the U.S. under the Individuals...
