Children and Young People - Children With Learning Disabilities Basic Communication Skills Awareness
Children With Learning Disabilities - Basic Communication Skills Awareness
Suitable for all settings - Presentation, End of Session Quiz Assessment (mix of Multiple Choice, True/False, Short Answer Questions) and 11 Handouts.
All files editable (should you need to edit).
Presentation includes example scenarios for a variety of settings (see list of slide titles, with learner questions and follow up answers).
Aims and Objectives:
Overall Aim: To raise awareness and build foundational skills in using effective communication techniques with children who have learning disabilities.
Learning Objectives: By the end of the session learners will be able to...
Identify common communication challenges faced by children with learning disabilities.
Demonstrate the use of simple, age-appropriate language tailored to individual needs.
Apply active listening strategies and allow appropriate response time during interactions.
Use techniques to check understanding and adapt communication approaches accordingly.
Presentation (70 Slides)
Aims and Objectives
Introduction
What are Learning Disabilities
Common Types and Challenges in Communication
Why Tailored Communication Matters
The Importance of Effective Communication
Principles of Child-Centred Communication
Creating a Supportive Environment
Using Simple, Age-Appropriate Language
Avoiding Jargon and Abstract Concepts
Volume, Tone and Pacing
Matching Communication to the Child’s Needs
Active Listening
Showing Understanding
Recognising Process Delays
Strategies to Reduce Pressure and Anxiety
Checking Understanding Techniques
Pictures and Symbols and Sign Language
Benefits of Multimodal Communication
Working with Speech and Language Professionals
Personalising Approaches
Environmental Distractions
Behavioural Responses to Misunderstanding
Scenario -Mainstream Primary School
Questions
Follow Up Answers
Scenario -Special Educational Needs (SEN) School
Questions
Follow Up Answers
Scenario -Residential Care Home
Questions
Follow Up Answers
Scenario -Hospital Paediatric Ward
Questions
Follow Up Answers
Scenario -Foster Care Setting
Questions
Follow Up Answers
Scenario - Youth Club or After-School Program
Questions
Follow Up Answers
Scenario -CAMHS (Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services)
Questions
Follow Up Answers
Scenario -Short Breaks/Respite Care
Questions
Follow Up Answers
Scenario -GP Surgery
Questions
Follow Up Answers
Scenario -Social Work Visit
Questions
Follow Up Answers
Review of Key Messages
References and Further Support
Word Documents
End of Session Quiz Assessment (mix of Multiple Choice, True/False, Short Answer Questions)
11 Handouts
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