Author Question: When directors accept infants or toddlers with special needs into their programs, they must make ... (Read 13 times)

yoroshambo

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When directors accept infants or toddlers with special needs into their programs, they must make some adaptations to their environment. What are they?
 
  What will be an ideal response?

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What tasks might you be asked to do for a child with special needs that you would not do for a typically developing child?
 
  What will be an ideal response?



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Answer to Question 1

Make sure the environment is appropriate for each child's capabilities; that it offers challenges while it also ensures success; that it is safe, free of any hazards; that it provides sensory stimulation; that it includes orthopedic furniture where necessary.

Answer to Question 2

ANSWER: Read or participate in the individualized family service plan, participate is special training as necessary, communicate with parents and other professionals, implement your part in that plan, make necessary adjustments in the program and environment to safeguard and support the child.



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