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Curriculum Modifications Series Module 5: Putting It Into Action CURRICULUM MODIFICATIONS MODULE 5: PUTTING IT INTO ACTION WINTER 2014 LEARNING OBJECTIVES Explore five steps to put curriculum modifications into action. Learn ways to assess


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WINTER 2014

CURRICULUM MODIFICATIONS MODULE 5: PUTTING IT INTO ACTION

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

Explore five steps to put curriculum modifications into action. Learn ways to assess and make decisions about modifications. Consider common concerns about curriculum modifications.

8 TYPES OF CURRICULUM MODIFICATIONS

Environmental Support Special Equipment Materials Adaptation Adult Support Simplify the Activity Peer Support Child Preferences Invisible Support

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PUTTING IT INTO ACTION OBSERVE AND CLARIFY

When do you see

confidence?

When do you see

withdrawal?

CHOOSE A MODIFICATION STRATEGY

  • Match supports with the child’s needs.
  • Keep it simple.
  • You can try more than one.
  • Don’t be afraid to experiment.
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MAKE A PLAN

WHAT needs to be done? WHO will do it? WHEN will it be ready? HOW will everyone stay informed?

USE A MATRIX GIVE IT A TRY

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DETERMINE IF IT’S WORKING

Is the child participating more fully?

  • Improving—Keep it up!
  • Fully participating—

Phase out support.

YES

DETERMINE IF IT’S WORKING

NO

  • No improvement—

Try something else.

  • Still no improvement—

Consider increasing support. Is the child participating more fully?

JUST THE RIGHT AMOUNT

Increase or decrease levels in the moment to respond to the child’s needs.

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Any concerns? COMMON CONCERNS

  • What if everyone wants it?
  • Is it fair?
  • Will it distract other children?
  • What if the child becomes dependent
  • n the support?
  • What if it doesn’t work?

LEARNING ACTIVITY: TEACHER’S MODIFICATION WORKSHEET

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VIDEO: MAKING AN IMPACT Every child is worth it! REVIEW

  • Module One: Setting Up the Environment
  • Module Two: Materials
  • Module Three: Peer Support
  • Module Four: Facilitation and Interactions
  • Module Five: Putting It Into Action
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