https://padlet.com/bwilliamson9/54rxn63s0683 Review the scenario about Allison that you read at the beginning of this chapter. Use what you have learned from this chapter to answer the following questions: en-us 2019-01-10 22:16:42 UTC 2019-05-04 23:58:18 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.com/bwilliamson9/54rxn63s0683/wish/351503240 What kind of special skills does Allison’s first-grade teacher need in order to meet her educational and social needs? 
- I think the largest thing for Allison's teacher is remembering patience. Having a student with a hearing impairment myself this year, it's the one thing I remind myself constantly. We have misunderstandings everyday, even while using ASL. Oralism and clear, concise speaking is important with Allison. It appears with SLP and her parents, the focus for Allison will be on English speech. The teacher could use a loop system, hold high expectations, and use visual/hands-on/computer resources. 

What can Allison’s teacher do to help her improve her social skills? 
- I think a good idea, even though ASL isn't going to be a focus with Allison would be introducing the whole class to ASL greetings. In this manner every student could say hello and know they were acknowledged. Deaf culture could be integrated into the curriculum classes to increase understanding of hearing loss. Group activities would also be a good instructional method for the class to improve social skills.

What assistive technology devices or special skills will help Allison to be more included with her peers and successful in her classes?
- I really like the idea of a loop system to support the oralism and emphasis on English speech. I would also reiterate the ASL greetings for the entire class and group activities. I don't think hearing impaired or deaf students are any different or less social than others. The student I work with has created an advisory to teach other students beginning/intermediate ASL. I think if you teach the student outgoing social skills to communicate even in greetings, they are more likely to keep engaging over time. ]]> 2019-04-14 20:10:13 UTC https://padlet.com/bwilliamson9/54rxn63s0683/wish/351503240 https://padlet.com/bwilliamson9/54rxn63s0683/wish/351505237 What kind of special skills does Allison’s first-grade teacher need in order to meet her educational and social needs? 
First, I believe that Allison's teacher must develop a relationship with Allison. Allison's teacher needs to understand how Allison best learns, understand her struggles and understand how she can communicate with Allison most successfully. Secondly, although Allison does not use ASL, I believe it would be useful for both Allison and her teacher to use specific, commonly used ASL signs to communicate with each other when the setting may be too loud or it may be too difficult for Allison to hear. 
What can Allison’s teacher do to help her improve his social skills? 
I believe that Allison's class would benefit from whole-group lessons on ASL. Again, even though Allison does not use ASL, I think teaching all of the students greetings and common phrases would be a great way to educate the students and bridge communication gaps. I also believe that Allison's teacher should create situations where the students have natural social interactions with each other. Additionally, I believe that both the class and Allison would benefit from group work where the students work together in cooperative settings. 
What assistive technology devices or special skills will help Allison to be more included with her peers and successful in her classes?
I really was intrigued by the FM Loop system for the classroom. Allison's teacher could use the Loop system to communicate with Allison when the setting is loud or there is background noise that may impede Allison's ability to hear.

]]> 2019-04-14 20:29:23 UTC https://padlet.com/bwilliamson9/54rxn63s0683/wish/351505237 https://padlet.com/bwilliamson9/54rxn63s0683/wish/353964800 Students with hearing impairment like Allison requires the teacher to be aware of providing preferential seating so that Allison is in front of the noise instead of behind (back of class). The teacher may also use a mic system where the teacher has a mic that like a necklace (not cumbersome) and the student has an ear piece. This way the teachers instructions are clear for Allison despite classroom noise. 

The teacher could create modified notes of her lessons which involve oral lectures so that Allison can follow along and fill in blanks. This way she won't get as easily lost. Visual schedules, rules, classroom routines will be important for Allison.

It may be important for Allison's peers to understand here hearing impairment so they don't think she is ignoring them when they try to  talk with her. Practicing using a louder but not screaming indoor voice will be helpful.

I like Rebecca's idea of whole group lessons on ASL for assisting with social interactions. I think it will be important to have an emergency plan specifically for Allison for monthly fire drills, etc.]]> 2019-04-25 01:48:00 UTC https://padlet.com/bwilliamson9/54rxn63s0683/wish/353964800 kmonahan21 https://padlet.com/bwilliamson9/54rxn63s0683/wish/356875912 Allison's teacher needs to remember to speak in a loud, clear voice and check for understanding. Since Allison also missed out on some educational opportunities as a child, Allison's teacher needs to give her extra support for tasks and rules other children may already understand or are used to. Her teacher also needs to make sure her IEP is being followed and that Allison is receiving the accommodations and modifications specified. 
Allison's teacher can help her socialize with other students by placing her near students she gets along with in table groups. She should also participate regularly in group projects and other activities. Her teacher could potentially teach the class a few simple signs that would make Allison feel included and respected throughout the day. 
Allison may benefit from using visuals with her teacher and her peers to communicate quickly and easily. She would be able to use these throughout the day and participate easily in the learning environment. Visuals may come in the form of paper or electronically. She could also use a computer or device to type her thoughts and let others read it or use text to speech. ]]> 2019-05-04 23:52:27 UTC https://padlet.com/bwilliamson9/54rxn63s0683/wish/356875912