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Opening a Special Ed Class Lesson PlanOpening a Special Ed Class Lesson Plan
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1st - 12th
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Special Education & Programs
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21 days
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Opening a Special Ed Class

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This is not just a lesson plan, it's a life saver! Here are 10 separate documents intended to assist a new Special Ed teacher. There are 4 different games, instructional tips, ways to handle documentation, behavioral modification suggestions, and tips on how to modify school curriculum to meet your students' special needs. A must have cheat sheet. 

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Additional Tags

Classroom Management, emotional disabilities, behavioral issues, full inclusion mainstreaming, behavioral modification systems, curriculum modification, programs

Instructional Ideas

  • Laminate the game pieces to permit reuse
  • Prepare a list of suggestions for mainstream teachers that include strategies that work well with inclusion students

Classroom Considerations

  • The packet is composed of activities suggested by a variety of special education instructors

Pros

  • Includes lessons and activities for all grade levels, record keeping tips, and suggestions for how to work with para-educators and classroom aides

Cons

  • None

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