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Poster Presentation

Brandy BeltDec. 7, 2014

6 principles to be applied to the classroom for students

with special needs1) visual clues of appropriate behaviors2.) different levels of assignments3.) positive learning environment4.) plan ahead and organize5.) check for understanding6.) use your resources

1.) Visual Clues of Appropriate Behaviors

• Visual strategies can be used to prevent challenging behavior that can cause conflict and misunderstandings in the classroom.

1.) Visual Clues of Appropriate Behaviors

Visual strategies are helpful in supporting expressive communication.

1.) Visual Clues of Appropriate Behaviors

• The power of check lists proves to be helpful for both adults and students.

1.) Visual Clues of Appropriate Behaviors

• Visuals are static, meaning that they remain present after words are spoken.

• Students, parents, tutors, etc. can refer to them once the spoken words are no longer present.

• Visuals serve as a reminder of the verbal direction.

1.) Visual Clues of Appropriate Behaviors

• Helps instill regular routines and expectations are clear

1.) Visual Clues of Appropriate Behaviors

• How is this applied to my lesson?

• 3 lesson plans included in my unit:

• -Realistic Self-Portraits-Identity Portraits

-Mood Selfies

1.) Visual Clues of Appropriate Behaviors

• My classroom is extremely labeled, with clear expectations and a general rubric posted.

1.) Visual Clues of Appropriate Behaviors

• For every lesson plan, the students will receive a project handout that clearly states the project layout, rubric, vocabulary, etc.

1.) Visual Clues of Appropriate Behaviors

• For the informal assessment, the class critique, students will have copies of the written process for the critique.

1.) Visual Clues of Appropriate Behaviors

• Major Benchmarks:• Realistic Self-Portraits:• Students will try different techniques to gain

understanding of creating a likeness. • Students will create a full range of values using graphite

pencils and erasers.• Students will use axis lines to help them draw what they

see.

1.) Visual Clues of Appropriate Behaviors

• Identity Portraits:

• 85% of all students will be able to create a portrait that represents their identity. Students will paint in acrylic on canvas "their identity" through various symbols.

• Students will identify and analyze key components of a portrait and relate visual elements to relevant context and significance

• • Students will develop creative symbols while practicing fine arts skills

1.) Visual Clues of Appropriate Behaviors

• Mood Selfies

• 85% of all students will be able to create 20 photos of them self that reflects a mood, and pick their strongest one.

• Students will earn about the quality and effects of light.

• Students will learn to identify, create, and interpret mood in art.

2.) Different levels of assignments with ambiguity

and flexibility• Our students are not

cookie cutters!

2.) Different levels of assignments with ambiguity

and flexibility• Leaving room for

growth and wiggle room can help accommodate special needs from autism, to gifted, to a multitude of different facets

2.) Different levels of assignments with ambiguity

and flexibilityRealistic Self-Portrait

• 85% of all students will be able to create a portrait that represents their identity. Students will paint in acrylic on canvas "their identity" through various symbols.

• Students will identify and analyze key components of a portrait and relate visual elements to relevant context and significance

• Students will develop creative symbols while practicing fine arts

skills

2.) Different levels of assignments with ambiguity

and flexibilityIdentity Portraits:

• 85% of all students will be able to create a portrait that represents their identity. Students will paint in acrylic on canvas "their identity" through various symbols.

• Students will identify and analyze key components of a portrait and relate visual elements to relevant context and significance

• Students will develop creative symbols while practicing fine arts skills

2.) Different levels of assignments with ambiguity

and flexibilityMood Selfies

• 85% of all students will be able to create 20 photos of them self that reflects a mood, and pick their strongest one.

• Students will earn about the quality and effects of light.

• Students will learn to identify, create, and interpret mood in art.

3.) Positive Learning Environment

• Surrounding students with special needs by supportive and helpful students

3.) Positive Learning Environment

• Creating a classroom environment of respect, tolerance, and understanding

3.) Positive Learning Environment

• Nurturing, supporting, and embracing positive peer relationships

3.) Positive Learning Environment

Realistic Self-Portrait

• 85% of all students will be able to create a portrait that represents their identity. Students will paint in acrylic on canvas "their identity" through various symbols.

• Students will identify and analyze key components of a portrait and relate visual elements to relevant context and significance

• Students will develop creative symbols while practicing fine arts skills

3.) Positive Learning Environment

Identity Portraits:

• 85% of all students will be able to create a portrait that represents their identity. Students will paint in acrylic on canvas "their identity" through various symbols.

• Students will identify and analyze key components of a portrait and relate visual elements to relevant context and significance

• Students will develop creative symbols while practicing fine arts skills

3.) Positive Learning Environment

Mood Selfies

• 85% of all students will be able to create 20 photos of them self that reflects a mood, and pick their strongest one.

• Students will earn about the quality and effects of light.

• Students will learn to identify, create, and interpret mood in art.

4.) Plan Ahead and Organize

• The more a teacher can be organized and look ahead, the better she/he will help the students with special needs

4.) Plan Ahead and Organize

• Learning the students and having assignments prepared for them in advance can help students from all different backgrounds stay on track and get ahead

4.) Plan Ahead and Organize

• It will also help establish routines and expected behaviors

4.) Plan Ahead and OrganizeRealistic Self-Portrait

• 85% of all students will be able to create a portrait that represents their identity. Students will paint in acrylic on canvas "their identity" through various symbols.

• Students will identify and analyze key components of a portrait and relate visual elements to relevant context and significance

• Students will develop creative symbols while practicing fine arts skills

4.) Plan Ahead and Organize

Identity Portraits:

• 85% of all students will be able to create a portrait that represents their identity. Students will paint in acrylic on canvas "their identity" through various symbols.

• Students will identify and analyze key components of a portrait and relate visual elements to relevant context and significance

• Students will develop creative symbols while practicing fine arts skills

4.) Plan Ahead and OrganizeMood Selfies

• 85% of all students will be able to create 20 photos of them self that reflects a mood, and pick their strongest one.

• Students will earn about the quality and effects of light.

• Students will learn to identify, create, and interpret mood in art.

5.) Check For Understanding

• This will always be a successful way to check in with your students

5.) Check For Understanding

• There are various ways to check for understanding, such as think-pair-share, exit tickets, thumbs up, or even simply circulating and checking in with different students

5.) Check For Understanding

• I often like to check in with conferences with students, so I can talk privately about their progress, and get their honest feelings regarding the class.

5.) Check For UnderstandingRealistic Self-Portrait

• 85% of all students will be able to create a portrait that represents their identity. Students will paint in acrylic on canvas "their identity" through various symbols.

• Students will identify and analyze key components of a portrait and relate visual elements to relevant context and significance

• Students will develop creative symbols while practicing fine arts skills

5.) Check For Understanding

Identity Portraits:

• 85% of all students will be able to create a portrait that represents their identity. Students will paint in acrylic on canvas "their identity" through various symbols.

• Students will identify and analyze key components of a portrait and relate visual elements to relevant context and significance

• Students will develop creative symbols while practicing fine arts skills

5.) Check For UnderstandingMood Selfies

• 85% of all students will be able to create 20 photos of them self that reflects a mood, and pick their strongest one.

• Students will earn about the quality and effects of light.

• Students will learn to identify, create, and interpret mood in art.

6) Use Your Resources!

• Counselors, parents, IEP coordinators, even past teachers!

Concluding Thoughts

1) visual clues of appropriate behaviors2.) different levels of assignments3.) positive learning environment4.) plan ahead and organize5.) check for understanding6.) use your resources

Mahalo For Watching!