Discussion 1

When gathering information about a student, it is important to not jump to conclusions and make adaptations before you have carefully analyzed the information.

 In this unit, you will meet Johnny, a six-year-old who is repeating kindergarten. You will view his case study and see what types of information may be gathered and how that knowledge can help to develop an appropriate learning environment. 

First, read the transcript to review the information provided in the presentation about Johnny that is uploaded below. Then, in your posting, describe what the information tells you and why. Base your analysis on what you have learned in the course so far regarding such things as learning styles, cognitive processes, and instructional strategies, as well as on your experience. Also include in your posting what additional questions you would want to ask to gather more information. 

Discussion 2

Reasons for Case

Share an overview of the child you will look at in your case study ( must be a special need child) and the reason you chose the particular child for your case. ( You can pretend that you observe a child and just answer the question pertaining to that child). What about this case suggests the need for additional differentiation to be able to successfully include the child in the learning environment with his or her peers?

To protect confidentiality, please do not mention real names of those you observe or their school.