Distinguish between a tiered system of support and universal design. Describe the difference between the three
characteristics of evidence based instruction, individualization, intensive instruction, and an “education for all”
approach to teaching and learning.
What will be an ideal response?
ANSWER: Individualization: A student-centered approach to instructional decision making.
The defining hallmark of special education has always been individualization—
developing and implementing an appropriate educational experience based on the
individual needs of each student.
Intensive instruction: Frequent instructional experiences of significant duration.
The instructional approach of intensive instruction involves (1) actively engaging
students in their learning by requiring high rates of appropriate response to the
material presented, (2) carefully matching instruction to student ability, interests,
and skill level, (3) providing instructional cues and prompts to support learning and
then fading them when appropriate, and (4) providing detailed feedback that is
directly focused on the task the student is expected to complete. Intensive
instruction may involve both group and one-to-one learning.
An “education for all” approach to teaching and learning: Developing and
adapting instruction to meet the needs of every student. Not every student learns
in the same way or at the same rate. Some students do not learn as quickly or as
efficiently as their classmates and are constantly fighting a battle against time and
failure. Despite these challenges, however, all students, including those with
disabilities, can learn the required skills that will orient them toward striving for
success rather than fighting against failure. Success can be achieved only when
educators remain flexible, constantly adjusting to meet the needs of their students.
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