Teaching strategies for

children with special nees

JULIUS RENIEL S. PISANO
Scenario: Communication
Difficulties

Question: How would

you help a student with
speech difficulties
participate in a
classroom discussion?
Answer: One approach could be to
provide alternative means of
communication such as using visual
aids, gestures, or assistive technology
devices. Encouraging peer support and
allowing extra time for the student to
express themselves can also be
beneficial .
Scenario: Sensory
Sensitivities

Question: What
strategies would you
use to support a student
who is sensitive to loud
noises during a school
assembly?
Answer: To support a student
with sensory sensitivities, it
may be helpful to provide
noise-canceling headphones, a
quiet space to retreat to if
needed, or advance notice of
any loud noises that may occur
during the assembly. .
Scenario: Task
Completion

Question: How could

you assist a student who
struggles with
completing tasks
independently due to
attention difficulties?
Answer: Providing clear and
concise instructions, breaking
tasks into smaller steps, using
visual schedules or checklists,
and offering positive
reinforcement for each
completed step can help the
student stay focused and
motivated
Scenario: Social
Interactions

Question: What
strategies would you
implement to support a
student with social
skills challenges in
making friends during
Answer: Facilitating structured
social activities, teaching
social cues through role-
playing or social stories,
pairing the student with a peer
buddy, and providing
opportunities for cooperative
play can help the student
develop social connections and
friendships.
Scenario: Emotional
Regulation

Question: How would

you assist a student who
experiences frequent
emotional outbursts in
managing their
emotions during
Answer: Teaching coping
strategies such as deep
breathing exercises,
mindfulness techniques, or
using a designated calm-
down space can help the
student regulate their
emotions and respond more
effectively to stressors.