Sign language in inclusive schools

Bag code: EDUSLT26210024 Days: Two training days "Today’s training 5 hours". Time: 10 training hours. Targeted participants: Teachers in inclusive schools – special education specialists and psychological counseling – students, assistant teachers, and volunteers – parents and families of deaf students. Program overview: This program revolves around sign language in inclusive schools (definition – types – characteristics – objectives – positives – negatives .. etc). It will be presented through the following units: First training unit: Fundamentals of sign language in inclusive schools Second training unit: Strategies for integrating deaf students into the educational process Program objectives: - To enable the trainee to recognize the fundamentals of sign language and its importance in communicating with deaf and hard-of-hearing students in inclusive schools. - To equip the trainee with practical skills in using signs, hand movements, and visual expressions inside the classroom. - To employ strategies for effectively integrating deaf students into educational and pedagogical activities. - To enable the trainee to handle challenging situations during teaching and communicate with deaf students positively and constructively. Program topics: First training unit: (Fundamentals of sign language in inclusive schools): Introduction to sign language • Definition of sign language and its characteristics. • The importance of sign language in inclusive schools. • Differences between sign language and spoken language. Basic signs for school communication • Greetings and simple classroom instructions. • Signs used in core subjects. • Daily interaction signs within the classroom. Rules for effective communication with deaf students • Eye contact and facial expressions. • Using body language to support understanding. • Paying attention to feedback and reactions. Practical activities for daily communication • Short dialogues with students using signs. • Role-playing real classroom situations. • Interactive exercises to improve understanding and response. Second training unit: (Strategies for integrating deaf students into the educational process): Designing interactive educational activities • Group activities that include deaf students. • Using visual materials and multimedia. • Enhancing student participation in lessons. Dealing with classroom challenges • Facing difficulties in understanding and delayed responses. • Managing student behaviors in a supportive manner. • Resolving simple conflicts within the classroom. Overcoming communication barriers • Using signs and supporting symbols. • Adapting explanation methods according to the student’s level. • Employing technology (videos, interactive presentations). Assessment and ongoing support • Monitoring students’ progress using sign language. • Providing constructive feedback. • Preparing developmental reports for teachers and parents. Contents of the bag: PowerPoint 95 Trainer’s guide 72 Trainee’s guide 64 Activities 4 Introductory guide 4 References 4 Evaluation and data forms 6 Pre- and post-tests 10 Videos 4 Photos 9 Mind maps 1 Brochure 1 Training bag model: Please click here to view the training bag model