De-escalation Strategies

We all know the importance of being able to de-escalate or diffuse situations when working with students.  To avoid power struggles, try some of the strategies suggested by pathways2success.  

www.pathways2success.com 

Suggested Strategies for Students with Needs in the area of Aggression

ETFO' s "Special Education Handbook:  A Practical Guide for All Teachers", provides practical strategies for experiencing difficulties with verbal and physical aggression .

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Pre-Referral Intervention Manual

The Pre-Referral Intervention Model (PRIM) is an excellent resource FOR teachers and MADE BY teachers that suggest intervention strategies to support students that present with challenges.

http://goo.gl/ZaR3sH

Developing an IEP for a student with a Nonverbal Learning Disability

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Developing an Education Plan for the student with NLD provides strategies for students who have difficulties finding their way around, has difficulties with changes in routine and transitions, has difficulties generalizing information, has difficulty following multi-step instructions, makes literal translations, asks too many questions, is easily overwhelmed, may experience heightened sensory experiences, and much more.

Strategies for Classroom Teachers of Students with Nonverbal Learning Disabilities

The Strategies for Classroom Teachers of Students with Nonverbal Learning Disabilities article clearly explains what it is like to have a nonverbal learning disability as well as provides a list of symptoms/indicators, accommodations/interventions and resources.

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Teacher's Gateway to Special Education

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The Ontario Teacher's Federation has composed this website to offer strategies and resources for students with learning needs. The Teacher's Gateway to Special Education provides charts that are quick and easy to use.