OUR DIVERSE STUDENTS. Nancy Murray, Ed. D Lynn D Agostino, MA

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1 OUR DIVERSE STUDENTS Nancy Murray, Ed. D Lynn D Agostino, MA

2 STUDENTS WITH AN AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDER Nancy L. Murray

3 Aspects of Autism Spectrum Disorders Executive Functioning Theory of Mind Social Skills/Thinking Sensory Processing ASD Communication Obsessive Compulsive Behaviors Attention

4 Activity-Ready!!! How would this impact student learning? Attention/attending to the speaker (joint attention) Anxiety Organization of information and materials Processing information

5 One Common Concern: Speaking out and/or continually speaking during the class. Meet with the student and indicate that you enjoy their participation and enthusiasm for the class, however, sometimes this minimizes opportunities for other students to share information or for you to cover the content you need to cover. Agree upon a signal that can let the student know to hold their comment or question for a later time. If they need, they can write their comment/question down and you can touch base with them after class. Make sure that the signal is discreet and does not embarrass the student.

6 What are a few things we can do? WRITE A SCHEDULE ON THE BOARD DEPCITING THE CONTENT BEING COVERED FOR THE CLASS. The lighting in the room- natural light is the best Provide visual supports whenever possible to accompany content being taught. Provide a brief visual of the directions/steps (write on board) for group/individual work during the class. Allow students to stand during your class as long as they are attending (if you are comfortable with this). Fidgets!

7 As Lynn shares information with you about Cultural Competence, we ask that you keep in mind individuals with an Autism Spectrum Disorder as well. Their ability to understand and accurately perceive non-verbal cues is often an area of weakness. This ability greatly impact learning.

8 CULTURAL COMPETENCE IN THE CLASSROOM Lynn D Agostino TESEL Project Director

9 20 Questions Form partners with someone next to you. One person is A, the other is B. Person A ask B as many yes or no questions as you can in 1 minute. Person B can only say yes or no.

10 20 Questions Person B ask A as many yes or no questions as you can in 1 minute. Person A can only say yes or no. But, you need to move your head in the opposite direction. (nod for no, shake for yes)

11 20 Questions - debrief What happened? What did you notice about the second round? How did you feel about using a different nonverbal method to mean yes or no? How did you feel about seeing this nonverbal communication? What happens when nonverbal communication contradicts verbal communication?

12 What is culture? a web of meaning shared by members of a particular society or group. a shared system of beliefs, values, customs, behaviors, and artifacts that group members use to cope with their world and one another.

13 What is Culture?

14 Surface Culture Music, visual and performing arts, drama Holiday celebrations and folklore Food/drink Traditional dress Historical contributions Outward displays of behavior and identity

15 Deep Culture Thoughts, beliefs, superstitions, religion Concerns, hopes, fears, worries, ethics, and how you organize your thinking and world Symbolic and intangible aspects of identity Subtle interpersonal relationships as expressed in actions and words Day-by-day details of life as it is lived

16 Cross cultural understanding

17 Time Management When do you show up for a party: on time? 10 minute late? 2 hours late? 5 minutes early? How about a business meeting?

18 Attitude towards punctuality U.S Culture Most Other Cultures

19 ON THE CLOCK: Views Of Time Living by a linear clock means: Time is limited and must be used carefully and efficiently. Sticking to schedules, plans and meeting deadlines are highly valued. Punctuality takes precedence over personal needs. For those who live by a cyclical clock: Time is unlimited; there is always more of it, there s always tomorrow. Deadlines, plans, and schedules are considered flexible. Personal needs and relationships tend to take precedence over punctuality.

20 Communication Do you usually get directly to the point? Beat around the bush? Somewhere in between? Why?

21 Problem solving approach U.S Culture Most Other Cultures

22 SAY WHAT? Verbal Communications Direct Communication Say what you mean very little need for reading into things. The idea of saving face is not of major consequence in most situations. Silence in conversations is viewed as uncomfortable. Interruptions are common. Indirect Communication Imply what you mean. Reading into things is the definitive way of communicating. Saving face and maintaining harmony is paramount. Silence in conversations is expected and appreciated. It is usually associated in a positive sense. Interruptions are to be avoided.

23 Writing Straight to the point; concise; theme expressed Going in circles to avoid being perceived as overly assertive or causing loss of face Detours are expected to maintain interest and politeness