Accessibility and purposefulness/ Taking and giving time by EUN Partnership aisbl

Accessbility and purposefulness. Trudy Ciantar

2023-06-05 11:53:03 UTC

By creating a structured and calm environment, involving parents, and tailoring support to individual needs, I as a teacher, can foster a nurturing and inclusive space where all children, including Sami, can thrive and make progress in their educational journey. I would take the following steps:
1. establish clear expectations and routines, setting consistent rules, schedules and procedures to provide predictability.
2. provide individualised support, identifying the children's needs and offering tailored assistance during differentiated teaching
3. Foster a positive and inclusive atmosphere, encouraging respect, empathy and understanding amongst all children in class
4. communicate with parents by providing regular updates on their child's progress and involve them in goal-setting.
5. engage in open dialogue by creating opportunities for parents to share insights and experiences about their child's growth
6. collaborate with parents involving them in the IEP and ensuring open lines of communication to make necessary adjustments and monitor progress.

Simona (Italy)

simonaappignanesi1 — 2023-06-05 16:22:35 UTC

To create a learning environment that allows Sami and other children with special needs and not only, you need to arrange the desks so that the teacher can sit next to a child and not lose sight of the rest of the class. For example, I would put the benches in the shape of a horseshoe, so children can look at each other and the teacher can see all the children. In the middle I would create a common work area, maybe even with cushions, where children can sit and read something together.
I would put posters on the walls made by the students, with the results of their activities (for example history, mathematics, foreign language, science, geography, etc.).
Parents could help by giving guidance on how the student is used to managing the space at home, what colors he especially loves, how he likes to sit down to read or write, so as to recreate a space conducive to his learning.

Nusreta, Croatia

fazlic_nusreta — 2023-06-05 18:50:42 UTC

I would put bulletin boards in the classroom with important structures and instructions, maybe that calming and motivational music as needed. The seating arrangement would be such that she could see all the children, and they could also be involved in joint projects and help students who need help.In cooperation with the parents, she would agree on which subjects, ideas they would add and what they consider important to put in the classroom so that their child feels calm

Alenka, Croatia

2023-06-06 06:12:40 UTC

I would develop a structured daily schedule and communicate expectations to students, include visual support, multisensory activities, provide quiet areas in the classroom, encourage collaboration, peer support, peer tutoring, involve peers and parents in the assessments, regularly update parents on classroom activities.

Nikolina, Croatia

ninasmrecki — 2023-06-06 11:37:32 UTC

In order to create a structured and calm classroom environment, I would set clear rules, stick to the agreed schedule and structure. I would take care of the arrangement of the classroom and the arrangement of the desks. Also, I would include other students from the class in peer support. I would regularly communicate with parents regarding the child's progress and the exchange of information and experiences so that the learning space at school and at home would be as similar as possible.

Romina Marchesani, Italy

rominamarchesani2 — 2023-06-06 13:29:30 UTC

It’s important for teachers to consider the structure of their classrooms, including both physical structure (classroom arrangement) and the classroom’s day-to-day routines. Creating a structured classroom environment can promote student engagement as well as limit factors that might lead to disruptive behaviours.
Effective classroom arrangement refers to the placement and organisation of the room’s physical elements (e.g., seating, materials) to help establish a learning environment that facilitates effective instruction and student growth. Well-designed and organised classroom environments:

Increase engagement
Decrease the likelihood of inappropriate student behaviour
Facilitate appropriate social interactions among students
Positively affect student performance

Accessibility and purposefulness/Taking and giving time

2023-06-06 14:37:58 UTC

Classrooms need space and good seating arrangement where students can freely move around in class. Educators needs to create a good structured environment within the classroom by providing visual time tables, schedules, and clear classroom rules. Peer support should also be encouraged so that students feel that they belong and have a role in their classroom. Parents can have access to online platforms like Microsoft TEAMS where they can see updates from the class teacher to what is going on during every day classroom activities.

Mihaela Paduraru Comanoiu - Romania

padurarumihaela2012 — 2023-06-07 02:00:33 UTC

Nice example of structured class...

I also like to divide the children into working groups and let them learn through discovery. I liked that the students had access to information on their own and collaborated nicely. Sami did well and the teacher's experience shows.

Parents' involvement can be achieved, for example, by not completing a certain activity in class and the task to be completed at home. Thus, the parent would see what was done in class, what the student knew and whether he needs help or not to complete the task...

Another example would be for certain exercises or worksheets to be corrected by parents...

Simona G/Romania

simonageo18 — 2023-06-07 15:43:25 UTC

I am delighted with the atmosphere in Sami's classroom, with the way the children collaborate, but also with the fact that those who want to work alone can do so. I really liked that, although the children talked to each other, they did so quietly, so as not to disturb.
I would very much like to have the necessary infrastructure in the classroom to create such an environment.
For children who require more attention, I think it would be useful, as far as possible, for Sami's parents to participate in the activities, to support him in following the instructions and thus I could help other children.

Irene Confalone

confalone — 2023-06-07 17:22:02 UTC

I love this sentence and it could be my motto.
Parents have already learned to see time differently and emphasize a "carpe diem" attitude while still considering concerns about the future. This creates more openness instead of constantly closing, requiring an exercise in creativity and thinking differently. Enthusiasm for every small step taken is important, and parents often bring a long-term perspective to inclusive situations, believing that what is not currently possible may be in the future.

Katerina Dimou, Greece

katerina4dimou — 2023-06-08 15:35:06 UTC

It is very important to follow some routine in class which is set by the teacher and the students at the beginning of the school year. Of course, this result is achieved after a lot of effort by both sides. Therefore, a quiet and calm classroom will permit the teacher to pay more attention in special pupils, who need special approach. Frequent communication with parents, after school meetings with them, talking not only about behavioral matters but about the demands of school subjects and how they can help their children at home are some good vibes for parental inclusion.

Igor CROATIA

igor_nikicic — 2023-06-09 08:07:15 UTC

In collaboration with parents, it is important to establish a network. Inclusion is the work of many people. But how do we achieve this? First and foremost, it is important to acknowledge that parenting is hard work, and this applies to every parent. When a child has special needs, this means even more a searching process into what works and what doesn't. In establishing a relationship with parents, it is important to acknowledge this search process. There is no manual with a step-by-step plan to follow. It means that as a teacher, you step out of the expert position. Additionally, it is important to get an understanding of who is already involved. Perhaps there is a good family friend who can join a meeting to explore possibilities together. Furthermore, it is important that the tasks and actions that need to be carried out can be shared with different people. It should not all fall on the parents' shoulders. Think about the parents of the children in the class and school who are often willing to help support. A positive attitude from the school to seek help together helps to establish strong relationships.

Vesna North Macedonia

2023-06-09 12:36:39 UTC

Honestly, I really liked the teacher's progress-monitoring approach to Sam.
For a structured and peaceful environment, I would include activities that interest Sam and then the other children, and I would insist on teamwork between the children by bringing them together.

I would involve parents by organizing events, lectures, workshops for children and parents.

Mihaela, Romania

emikkaela — 2023-06-10 08:29:39 UTC

First of all, I would like to remark the incredible sense of independence in the classroom. Children are confident to walk around in a civilised and relevant way, to check information on the computer and confront their test answers with the answer sheet, while the teacher allocates a special attention to the children who require it.
Class atmosphere is calm and friendly, all children know their places and responsibilities, which indicates that they were accustomed to, possibly with the help of prior clear rules. I think this is what I would like to do to: clear rules, routine, support, raise independence and confidence, arrange room furniture in a helpful way, communicate calmly.

Debora-Kenya

deborangina — 2023-06-10 09:17:50 UTC

I was impressed by the way the teacher considered each learner's needs and gave them attention. This includes Sami.
To ensure Sami's continuous progress I would develop a predictable daily routine that includes regular times for various activities, such as instruction, independent work, group work, and breaks. A consistent routine helps students feel secure and reduces anxiety.

I would then involve parents by, scheduling an initial meeting with them at the beginning of the school year or when a child joins your class. This meeting will be used to establish a positive relationship, discuss the child's strengths and challenges, and gather information about their needs and preferences.

Brigitta, Croatia

brigittajanesres — 2023-06-10 12:54:42 UTC

I am sure that the wonderful atmosphere in the classroom is partly the result of successful cooperation with parents. Sami has all the attention he needs, and the other children are not deprived. Everyone has a task and they do it, they help each other if necessary, and there are many media that help, from books, computers, headphones.

Parents should be especially involved at the beginning, through various meetings and discussions with a team of experts, until an encouraging, stimulating and affirming environment for a student with special needs is achieved. It takes a lot of trust and mutual cooperation to achieve everything shown in the video.

Accessibility and purposefulness/ Taking and giving time

2023-06-15 14:55:08 UTC

I could give to pupils opportunity to work in pairs and use the computer.
If we respect parents and listen to them, they usually recognize our work.

Simona J, Romania

2023-06-16 20:02:40 UTC

To create a structured and calm classroom environment that meets the needs of all children, including those who require more attention and closeness, I would organize the class so that I can see all the children, organize them into groups and create different tasks
 and different ways of checking the solving of tasks. I would involve parents in the process of recognizing and monitoring the progress of children, especially those who require special attention, by participating in classroom activities.

Maria, Romania

2023-06-20 20:10:40 UTC

A class like this can only be achieved after many discussions with each family and a true knowledge of each student.
The way the teacher organized his activity stimulates learning skills, independence and cooperation between students, clearly a beneficial place for Sami's development

v.dogani

2023-06-21 10:30:21 UTC

Parents should help students with their lessons and encourage them at home

Ana

2023-06-21 14:55:25 UTC

I like how the class has a calm and working atmosphere. Students come to the teacher as needed, while he gives guidance and support to the student who needs it the most.
In this form of work, the emphasis is on student activities.
It is necessary to regularly inform parents about the activities carried out in the class, to give them concrete feedback (strengths, weaknesses) so that they also direct learning at home in the same way.

Menada

cankjam — 2023-06-21 15:01:44 UTC

The teacher had done a wonderful organization and monitoring the progress of Sam. Parents should encourage the child at home to involve in the activities that happened in the classroom.

Gabriela Elena Alexandrescu

2023-06-21 16:50:58 UTC

Encouragement always motivates. Parents' support is essential. A positive climate at home can also be found at school. the attitude towards learning is still formed in the family.

Sandra Carvalho - Portugal

2023-06-27 23:40:03 UTC

As Kerschbaum suggests, accessibility is a mindset and an ongoing process of planning, designing, and adapting our teaching around the needs of our students. While designing accessible, inclusive learning environments is essential for meeting the needs of students with disabilities, doing so will ultimately help all of our students learn and succeed.
Integrating accessible, inclusive strategies into your teaching practice takes effort. However, investing in accessible teaching can reduce last-minute scrambling, takes less time than remediating inaccessible materials, and may reduce the number of accommodation requests you receive.
If we include parents in our planning, it is easier for them to get involved and see their children progress. We can give them a resume of the contents of the day so that they can reinforce the vocabulary or definitions at home.
This teacher has students learning using different strategies and instruments and it makes them feel resonsible for their acquaintances and eager for more knowledge. It is also based on trust, since the teacher asks one of teh students to get the solutions sheet and correct the work she had done.

Edita J

2023-06-28 19:43:49 UTC

In order to achieve the best possible result, communication and cooperation with parents is very important.

Luminița Dulgheru, Romania Comunication and colaboration îs the most important way to work with parents of the students .

2023-06-30 01:44:19 UTC

Dimitra

dkotsiopoulou — 2023-09-06 15:11:47 UTC

Parents must stay close to the pupils and encourage them at home