Gallaudet University
A school that was for the deaf, mute, and blind.
Deaf vs Hard of Hearing
Deaf, can be the level of hearing loss or someone who identifies with Deaf culture. If someone is deaf they likely use ASL to communicate or have higher levels of hearing loss.
Hard of hearing, is used for those with mild to severe hearing loss but who still use speech for communication.
American Sign Language (ASL)
Is a language that uses hand gestures and expressions to communicate
IEP team
Teachers, parents, and specialized professionals for the given disability.
Deaf Culture
ASL(American Sign Language) is their main language and it is its own distinct culture.
American Council for the Blind (ACB)
Is an advocacy organization for legislation that encourages the acceptance of people with blindness.
Learning Media Assessment (LMA)
Used to select learning and literacy media, and to monitor its efficiency in learning in all sensory channels.
Other Health Impaired (OHI)
Results in limited strength and alertness due to health problems
Multidisciplinary collaboration
Different professionals and experts working together to help a specific student with disabilities
Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
Injury caused to the brain that causes functional or psychosocial impairment.
Assistive Technology
Technology that is used to aid access to curriculum material or supplement what the disabilities stops him/her from doing
Occupational Therapy (OT) vs Physical Therapy (PT)
Occupational Therapy, focus on smaller muscle groups and their use in daily functions.
Physical Therapy: focuses on large muscle groups and functioning.
Individualized Health Plan (IHP)
Gives the teacher information on the students health statutes and regulations
Preschool Program for Children with Disabilities (PPCD)
Programs that are created specifically for children with disabilities.
