My initial feelings were a mix of excitement and a little fear. I know from my experiences in my previous courses that I was not the most patient person. I feel that my patience maybe tested. I have worked with students who are considered severe to moderate but do not feel like I have really connected with them. I am hoping that this opportunity helps me become more comfortable and teaches me ways to form relationships with the students I work with.
I feel like I already know quite a bit when it comes to the book-smart perspective of students with severe disabilities. When it comes to actual hands on experience I am definitely new to the field. I understand that it is more important to know your student and their specific needs. I also understand that there are accommodation that must be met by law, and that it is my responsibility to make sure that these students reach their goals and are successful as possible in their academic careers and beyond.
I plan to learn how different tools such as technology can help students with severe disabilities. I would also like to learn how teachers structure their classes with students who have such different learning styles and such different needs. I will also learn to be more patient and put more time into really watching and learning from the student so I can address their specific needs, and even maybe discover something about their learning that acts as a bridge to more difficult content.
There are so many things you can learn from actually working in the community, and in the field then you can from a book. I will learn to interact with the students, but also learn how to work with my fellow classmates, the teachers, on-site professors, and paraprofessionals. I plan to not only learn to work with them, but learn from their skills and tools of the trade. Overall I just want to be prepared for anything and be able to adapt to all situations.
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