https://padlet.com/cody_glas/4afj3031xn352jlo By Cody Gleason en-us 2023-07-05 16:49:39 UTC 2025-11-18 15:04:53 UTC hello@padlet.com cody_glas https://padlet.com/cody_glas/4afj3031xn352jlo/wish/2639732169 Finn is a 5 year old boy. He likes dogs, painting on a toy easel, and doing the opposite as his parents tell him. ]]> 2023-07-06 15:10:11 UTC https://padlet.com/cody_glas/4afj3031xn352jlo/wish/2639732169 cody_glas https://padlet.com/cody_glas/4afj3031xn352jlo/wish/2639733412 When Finn goes to school, his teacher notices he has trouble paying attention in class and sitting still, he doesn't respond verbally to the teacher, prefers independent activities and doesn't finish what he starts. ]]> 2023-07-06 15:12:40 UTC https://padlet.com/cody_glas/4afj3031xn352jlo/wish/2639733412 cody_glas https://padlet.com/cody_glas/4afj3031xn352jlo/wish/2639733843 3 Steps
1. The teacher should find out if the concerns are evident in multiple setting, for example at home? 
2. Find out if the child comes from a bilingual household.
3. Find out the child's background of socialization (e.g., home, preschool, daycare). Perhaps, his socialization has been low or abnormal and/or developmental strategies for language learning haven't been systemically delivered.]]> 2023-07-06 15:13:34 UTC https://padlet.com/cody_glas/4afj3031xn352jlo/wish/2639733843 cody_glas https://padlet.com/cody_glas/4afj3031xn352jlo/wish/2639734030 Social or communication barriers are red flags for teachers. This may be natural in the course of development or it could be a sign of a learning disability. A teacher should try to identify the type of barrier and then recommend the child for screening if it's vision or hearing and evaluation with a speech pathologist if it's language. ]]> 2023-07-06 15:13:59 UTC https://padlet.com/cody_glas/4afj3031xn352jlo/wish/2639734030 cody_glas https://padlet.com/cody_glas/4afj3031xn352jlo/wish/2639734223 Context matters. Some children have trouble adjusting to new environments and/or are going through challenges at home. Each child develops in their own way and at their own pace.]]> 2023-07-06 15:14:21 UTC https://padlet.com/cody_glas/4afj3031xn352jlo/wish/2639734223 cody_glas https://padlet.com/cody_glas/4afj3031xn352jlo/wish/2639734412 Perhaps, instruction is not tailored to Finn's interests, needs, and strengths. The teacher should find out what works for Finn and give him choice. ]]> 2023-07-06 15:14:45 UTC https://padlet.com/cody_glas/4afj3031xn352jlo/wish/2639734412 cody_glas https://padlet.com/cody_glas/4afj3031xn352jlo/wish/2639734595 Though growing up bilingual has a plethora of benefits, there is a lot of debate on whether it causes speech delays but one thing is for sure it doesn't hinder the child in being fluent in either languages. Perceived speech delays may be due to language exposure and other developmental processes. ]]> 2023-07-06 15:15:11 UTC https://padlet.com/cody_glas/4afj3031xn352jlo/wish/2639734595 cody_glas https://padlet.com/cody_glas/4afj3031xn352jlo/wish/2639735298 Once a language or social barrier has been identified, the teacher must make a decision to speak to the parents and refer Finn for the school's procedure on screening or evaluation. ]]> 2023-07-06 15:16:40 UTC https://padlet.com/cody_glas/4afj3031xn352jlo/wish/2639735298 cody_glas https://padlet.com/cody_glas/4afj3031xn352jlo/wish/2640296948 Educators and/or parents can refer a child for special education services through The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). This is called 'Child Find.']]> 2023-07-07 06:07:48 UTC https://padlet.com/cody_glas/4afj3031xn352jlo/wish/2640296948 cody_glas https://padlet.com/cody_glas/4afj3031xn352jlo/wish/2640297936 The role of the evaluator is to determine if a disability is present and to write a report explaining what your child can do and what your child needs help doing]]> 2023-07-07 06:09:10 UTC https://padlet.com/cody_glas/4afj3031xn352jlo/wish/2640297936 cody_glas https://padlet.com/cody_glas/4afj3031xn352jlo/wish/2640300008 The parent is consulted for steps forward. First, schedule a meeting with school representatives to see what special education accommodations are available for Finn's needs. The case is then reviewed by the school and the parent(s)/guardian(s) are updated. ]]> 2023-07-07 06:11:55 UTC https://padlet.com/cody_glas/4afj3031xn352jlo/wish/2640300008 cody_glas https://padlet.com/cody_glas/4afj3031xn352jlo/wish/2640302642 An official document will be drafted guaranteeing Finn will receive special education services and support. He then accesses the specific support available at his school district. ]]> 2023-07-07 06:15:26 UTC https://padlet.com/cody_glas/4afj3031xn352jlo/wish/2640302642 cody_glas https://padlet.com/cody_glas/4afj3031xn352jlo/wish/2640303623 With the help of the school administration, teachers, paraeducators, and parents, Finn will hopefully receive the type of assistance he needs to learn and develop effectively and happily! ]]> 2023-07-07 06:16:54 UTC https://padlet.com/cody_glas/4afj3031xn352jlo/wish/2640303623 cody_glas https://padlet.com/cody_glas/4afj3031xn352jlo/wish/2640306406 1. Iris Center. Distinguishing Between Disability and Language Difference: https://iris.peabody.vanderbilt.edu/module/dll/cresource/q1/p02/
2. Learning A-Z: Differentiated Instruction: https://www.learninga-z.com/site/company/what-we-do/differentiated-instruction
3. Parent Companion: Special Education: The referral and Evaluation Process: https://www.parentcompanion.org/article/special-education-the-referral-and-evaluation-process
4. Artwork of Finn by Cody Gleason.]]> 2023-07-07 06:21:09 UTC https://padlet.com/cody_glas/4afj3031xn352jlo/wish/2640306406 cody_glas https://padlet.com/cody_glas/4afj3031xn352jlo/wish/2640308533 2023-07-07 06:24:39 UTC https://padlet.com/cody_glas/4afj3031xn352jlo/wish/2640308533 cody_glas https://padlet.com/cody_glas/4afj3031xn352jlo/wish/2640309592 2023-07-07 06:26:27 UTC https://padlet.com/cody_glas/4afj3031xn352jlo/wish/2640309592 cody_glas https://padlet.com/cody_glas/4afj3031xn352jlo/wish/2640311109 2023-07-07 06:28:15 UTC https://padlet.com/cody_glas/4afj3031xn352jlo/wish/2640311109 cody_glas https://padlet.com/cody_glas/4afj3031xn352jlo/wish/2640314082 2023-07-07 06:33:06 UTC https://padlet.com/cody_glas/4afj3031xn352jlo/wish/2640314082