Likes & Dislikes
Building a relationship and getting to know your student is a critical foundational piece in teaching. This document is a great way to help you know and share what your student likes and dislikes. I recommend asking each parent to share this information with you and then continuously filling it out as you learn more about your student. Don’t forget to share your new discoveries the parents!
One of the MOST important steps in teaching communication to a deafblind student! The beginning stage of communication is the use of a “Calendar” This short article explains the why, the how, and where to start. Look at our additional resources for more information, details, and videos to help explain this process.
Another important form of communication is choice making. This article gives several strategies in which to offer choice making opportunities/routines and also offers a data sheet for progress monitoring.
Help your student communicate by using a personal dictionary. A Personal Dictionary gives the student a voice. It is a personalized method in which the student communicates. For example “When I raise my arms, I am telling you hello”.
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