Learning Activity 2: Touch and Concept Development
Time to complete: 1.5 hours
Tasks
Watch this slide presentation:
Read the following:
Suggested Discussion Board Activities and Assignments
Discussion Board Activity - Respectful Touch and Student Engagement
Watch the following video again, of Joy with her intervener.
- What are your thoughts about this video?
- How did Joy’s level of engagement change from the beginning of the video to the end?
- How did the intervener’s respect for Joy and use of effective strategies act as a bridge for Joy’s interaction with the ball and the PE teacher?
Takeaway
By understanding the importance of touch and by using effective touch and engagement strategies, an intervener supports a student in exploration and learning about the world. These experiences are the beginning of the development of concepts.