Posted: December 27th, 2015

You have been presented with classes of students with diverse learning needs, including those with a sensory disability (hearing OR vision). You are required to discuss the inclusion of students with a sensory disability in your method.

ASSIGNMENT 1 DETAILS In order to complete this assignment you need to: project into the near future by addressing this assignment from the perspective of a new scheme teacher.   You have been presented with classes of students with diverse learning needs, including those with a sensory disability (hearing OR vision). You are required to discuss the inclusion of students with a sensory disability in your method. You then need to demonstrate an understanding of changing views about inclusion and knowledge of legislation in relation to students with any additional need (not just a sensory disabilities) in Australian educational settings. Identify the skills required of you, and justify your selection to ensure that all students are successfully included.
Topics that may assist you to answer this question include; teacher attitudes, adjustments and accommodations, differentiation and/or universal design for learning, appropriate outcomes and collaboration with stakeholders (e.g. support teachers, parents/caregivers).