Being Self-Aware
Ideally, being self-aware results in yute…
- Explaining dem wants an’ needs tuh others
- Better understanding dem strengths an’ abilities
- Solving problems, setting goals, an’ accepting consequences
- Increasing dem trust in abilities, qualities an’ judgement
- Strengthening dem ability tuh speak up fuhwuh dem need
- Accepting differences an’ understanding de needs uh others
Wuhiz de importance uh Self-Awareness? Let’s find out!
How Cuh Adults Support Students Build Self-Awareness?
Adults cuh support de development uh self-awareness in students wid disabilities by utilizing evidence-based strategies including:
- Teaching de students tuh lead dem Individualized Education Plan (IEP) meetings
- Completing age-appropriate transition assessments
- Engaging students in honest an’ respectful discussion ‘bout dem self-determination
- Assessment responses
What Are Ways Tuh Support De Development Uh Self-Awareness Skills?
When adults use evidence-based practices tuh support de growth uh self- awareness skills in students wid disabilities, dem should:
Support de Student
Expect an’ support students tuhmek many routine choices fuh themselves through de course of uh school day.
Teach de Student
Teach self-awareness strategies
Ensure Communication
Ensure all students got uh functional communication system
Work Together
Work collaboratively wid students tuh facilitate achievement uh dem goals
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