Social-Emotional Needs and Support

Strategies: Big Picture Ideas, conclusion

As a way to recap all that we have covered in this lesson - here are some ideas to embrace when working to supporting the social and emotional needs of the twice-exceptional child (courtesy of the 2e Newsletter).

1. Foster a clear understanding with the child of his/her disability as well as their strengths. 

2. Continually encourage twice-exceptional students to success and enlist the support of their parents and teachers. 

3. Teach students to set realistic goals. 

4. Teach students coping strategies to use when they become frustrated.

5. If needed, encourage counseling to effectively monitor each student's emotions that accompany frustrations and perceived failures.  

6. Remind yourself and encourage others to recognize the unique needs of twice-exceptional students. 

7. Provide support in establishing and maintaining social relationships by introducing a structured learning environment that encourages positive social interactions with peers in and out of the classroom. 

8. Give students who are twice-exceptional opportunities to act in leadership roles with peers, especially in areas where they excel. 

9. Increase the opportunities for peer interactions in the classroom while supporting students in the appropriate use of social skills. 

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