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5. Use praise and be proactive– Provide specific praise and encouragement for small and large milestones and goals that the student achieves. Along with this, use quiet hand signals or gestures to tacitly communicate with the child and to redirect, without bringing attention to them. For instance, agree upon a signal that you can use to let the child know that they need to stop talking and let others have a turn. When possible, alert the child to anticipated changes in the daily schedule, of guest speakers, guest teachers, assemblies, field trips, etc. Provide just enough information for the child to know what to expect and what behaviors will be appropriate. Writing the daily schedule on the board is a good way to reassure the child and for them to know what is coming up next.
In closing, by utilizing these tips, the child with Asperger’s Syndrome will have an opportunity to not only be engaged in the classroom, but to grow and blossom in their learning.[/fusion_builder_column][/fusion_builder_row][/fusion_builder_container]
I am the mother of a 14 y/o with Aspergers and a pediatric speech-language pathologist. This is one of the best, most user-friendly and concise articles that I have read in many years. I’m printing it off for my son’s new team to read. Thank you so much!
Thank you, Melissa, for your kind words and for letting me know that I met my goal in writing this article: to help other parents and teachers. My son with Asperger’s is now 20, and it was a long journey, but we both learned and grew so much. All the best to you and your son! Lauren