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Praxis II Special Ed

Category - Learners

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Second grader Jonathan has a classification of autism. He has a hard time reading social cues or responding appropriately to conversations. He is sometimes the target of teasing or bullying on the playground. How can his teacher best respond to this situation?
  1. Ignore it and hope it goes away.
  2. Teach Jonathan strategies for handling social situations appropriately.
  3. Severely punish children who are teasing.
  4. Suggest Jonathan be homeschooled.
Explanation
Answer: B-Children with special needs are commonly targets for teasing and bullying. The teacher can start by teaching Jonathan strategies for handling social situations appropriately. She can also quietly take the children who are teasing aside and talk with them about their behavior. Assigning Jonathan a peer tutor can also build relationships and understanding.
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