Teaching
Techniques for Teaching Students with Different Disabilities
Visual
Impairment
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When
addressing a person with visual impairment in class, say his or
her name.
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Give
copies of overheads and board work to those with low vision.
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Spell
out proper names if the spelling doesn’t follow conventions.
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Ensure
that mandatory readings are on audiotape. This can be done by
the staff at the Centre for Special Services.
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Permit
students to audiotape the lectures.
Hearing
Impairment
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Use
visual aids e.g. acetates and slides.
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In
large classrooms use a microphone.
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Don’t
talk to the chalkboard. A person who speech reads can’t see
your lips.
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Permit
different exam formats e.g. a tape for dictation.
Physical
Disability
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Ensure
that the classes are held in accessible buildings, including the
re-scheduled ones.
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See
the last three suggestions for Visual Impairment.
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Write
an agenda on the chalkboard or overhead projector.
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Clearly
state and demonstrate any pattern of specific procedures (e.g.
for some labs).
Chronic
Medical Problems
