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    The document discusses cognitive and developmental disabilities such as intellectual disability, developmental disability, and cognitive impairment. It defines these terms and lists some common known causes such as Down's Syndrome and fetal alcohol syndrome. The document notes that the incidence of these disabilities in Western countries is between 1-2% of the population. It discusses the educational needs of students with these disabilities, such as direct instruction, functional life skills, social skills training, and therapies. Models of support are discussed, including full inclusion, self-contained classrooms, and pull-out programs. Positive aspects of inclusion are highlighted, such as diversity, teaching empathy, and increased social cognition. Examples of programs at the International School of Bangkok that support students with special needs are provided

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    The document discusses cognitive and developmental disabilities such as intellectual disability, developmental disability, and cognitive impairment. It defines these terms and lists some common known causes such as Down's Syndrome and fetal alcohol syndrome. The document notes that the incidence of these disabilities in Western countries is between 1-2% of the population. It discusses the educational needs of students with these disabilities, such as direct instruction, functional life skills, social skills training, and therapies. Models of support are discussed, including full inclusion, self-contained classrooms, and pull-out programs. Positive aspects of inclusion are highlighted, such as diversity, teaching empathy, and increased social cognition. Examples of programs at the International School of Bangkok that support students with special needs are provided

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    The document discusses cognitive and developmental disabilities such as intellectual disability, developmental disability, and cognitive impairment. It defines these terms and lists some common known causes such as Down's Syndrome and fetal alcohol syndrome. The document notes that the incidence of these disabilities in Western countries is between 1-2% of the population. It discusses the educational needs of students with these disabilities, such as direct instruction, functional life skills, social skills training, and therapies. Models of support are discussed, including full inclusion, self-contained classrooms, and pull-out programs. Positive aspects of inclusion are highlighted, such as diversity, teaching empathy, and increased social cognition. Examples of programs at the International School of Bangkok that support students with special needs are provided

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    NFI Manila March 2012 4/13/12

    Cognitive and Developmental Disabilities

    The Language

    Intellectual Disability Developmental Disability Cognitive Impairment Mental Retardation Developmental Delay *

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    Definition
    DSM IV Diagnostic criteria for Mental Retardation A. Significantly subaverage intellectual functioning: an IQ of approximately 70 or below on an individually administered IQ test (for infants, a clinical judgment of significantly subaverage intellectual functioning). B.Concurrent deficits or
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    Some Common Known Causes Downs Syndrome Genetic Disorders (specified) Fetal Alcohol Syndrome + other prenatal 4/13/12

    Incidence of Population
    In most Western Countries the incidence is between 1 and 2% of the population. Some research says 2-3% worldwide. This has implications for sustainability in international schools.
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    When reviewing reports, remember


    the kids are a lot less scary than the report. keep the child in your mind firstnot the diagnosis.
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    Educational Needs

    Direct, repetitive instruction for academics Functional life skills instruction to include vocational skills as they get older Social skills instruction- and opportunities to practice with nondisabled peers Therapies typically speech and 4/13/12 language and occupational therapy

    Models

    Full inclusion with or without support Self-Contained in an inclusive school Pull out Model (like Resource Room) Special School

    Grade Level implications for models.


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    Positive Aspects

    Diversity Enriches Lifelong lessons for non disabled peers on treatment and respect for people with disabilities Direct opportunities for teaching empathy and perspective Increased social cognition for school community
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    The opportunity to make it

    Here is what it looks like in practice at ISB


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    Functional Academic and Life Skills


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    Academic and Social Inclusion

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    After school rock climbing

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    Inclusion in extra curricular programs

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    Hippotherap y
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    ASDAN Life Skills Community

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    ASDAN Prep for Working Life

    ASDAN-Home Management
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    Q and A

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