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Strategies to promote inclusivity in the classroom:
- Having a daily routine: This routine should have minimal changes. Furthermore, the children would have to be informed prior of any changes to their routine. Children with sensory disorders need to know what to expect. This allows them to easily follow instructions.
- Use of multiple work stations: Some of your kids can be susceptible to visual stimuli, such as wall art or displays hanging from the ceiling. The student may also be sensitive to touch and find it difficult to focus when placed too near to another child. Children can better locate an area of the classroom that satisfies their sensory needs if you let them transfer workstations throughout the day. They may choose to look away from vibrant wall art or choose to sit in a quieter location of the classroom to avoid getting bumped by other students.
- Having breaks in between lessons: The breaks allow them to unwind. You could also include movement breaks. Children need lots of movement throughout the day to build healthy sensory systems. Try to allow playtime on the playground before school starts, and schedule regular movement breaks every 20-40 minutes throughout the day. Examples include push-ups off the back of a chair, star jumps, or basic stretches.
- Have break away rooms: These rooms allow children to experience some relaxation and unwind. This is important, especially for those who have experienced overstimulation.
- Incorporation of sensory tools in learning: You could use sensory tools which will stimulate their senses. For example, chewy toys offer relaxation to the students. That is important for those who have experienced sensory overload.
- Improving student participation: The students should be encouraged to participate in activities in the classroom. One of the ways of doing this is by incorporation of hands-on activities. For example, finger painting allow stimulates touch and actively engages them.
- Reducing the number of distractions: As a teacher, you need to identify possible distractions and work on reducing them. For example, lights may affect these children. You should be able to control the light. For children who are affected by bright light, the teacher should work on controlling the light source by dimming it.
