Are you teaching social rules? updated 1/23 What do we mean by social rules or social norms, aka inferred rules? Are there really rules for social interaction? Yes. They are not absolute like, say school rules or sports rules. As SLPs and special education teachers, we often discuss what skills are important to teach in our social skills or speech… Read More
Teaching Formal & Informal Communication
Formal or informal communication? updated 1/23 In the world of texting, social media and multiple avenues of communication via technology, the lines between formal and informal communication can be blurry. Understanding the differences between them is a valuable skill for our speech therapy students. Students need to understand that each type of communication has a time and a place. They need… Read More
Social Rules for Community Settings!
Do you teach social rules or social norms by community setting? The experience of one student Recently, one of my high school teletherapy students faced a manifestation determination because this student had exposed his/her private parts during an online class. He/she gave no thought to the fact that they were on camera and what camera view the students in the… Read More
Flying on an Airplane with Child with Autism
Flying in an airplane with a child with autism can be a huge challenge for parents. Since I love to travel, it makes my heart hurt to think that some parents will not attempt airplane travel with their child with autism. Yet, it can be done! Success can depend upon thorough planning, preparation and anticipating the needs of the child. … Read More