Exceptional child

1. Compare and Contrast the terms:

a. typical development

b. at developmental risk

c. atypical development

2. a. Consider the terms Resiliency and Vulnerability. Discuss how these traits differ in their effect on the social-emotional capacity of young children.

2.b. Describe how Resiliency or Vulnerability each impact a child’s overall ability to participate successfully in pre-k activities, make friends, solve problems, etc.

3.a. Define what is meant by Prenatal Intoxicants. List 3 Prenatal Intoxicants as examples.

3.b. How does this information impact you as a potential parent or friend of someone who is pregnant?

4. Discuss the correlation between poverty and developmental delays in young children.

5.a. List at least 4 characteristics or behaviors might lead you to believe that a child has a hearing loss?

5.b. List at least 4 characteristics or behaviors might lead you to believe that a child has a vision loss?

6.a. Describe at least 4 appropriate steps to take during an asthma attack.

6.b. Describe at least 4 appropriate steps to take during a grand mal seizure.

7. I often hear the question: “When do the needs of 17 children come ahead of the needs of 1 child with significant challenging behavior?” Discuss how you would respond to a parent or co-worker who asks this question regarding one of your students.