Feb 27, 2024
When we teach autistic preschoolers, the way we do it
can make a big difference in how they grow, feel about themselves,
and whether they learn to enjoy learning or not. Strength-based
learning looks at what each child is good at and what their
passions or interests are, instead of just what they can't do. This
is different from the old-school method that mostly points out a
child's weaknesses and missing skills. Today I’ll be chatting about
strength based learning vs a deficit-based approach with a sprinkle
of positive relationships on the top. I’ll also be giving a
couple of real life examples to make it easier for you to
implement. I’ll see you inside the show!
Topics Discussed:
Strength-based approach to learning
Deficits-based approach
Value of positive relationships
Examples of strength-based approaches
Links Mentioned In This Episode:
The Strengths Based Guide To Supporting Autistic Children by Claire Hill
Video of put in barn activity on Instagram
Related Podcast Episodes To Listen To:
#58 Play-based learning for preschool autistic children
#50 3 ways to follow the lead of an autistic child
#36 Activities for children who dump and throw toys - Tips for expanding exploratory play
Other Links You May Be Interested In:
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