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by Ms. Avalanne Dsouza, Counselling Psychologist & Arts Based Therapist, The Aditya Birla Integrated School

How can classroom learning be made fun for children with learning disabilities by including drama and practical knowledge?

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 We have to be aware in both integrated as well as inclusive classrooms that the needs of our students are as unique as their learning difficulties. Bringing elements of drama, music, theatre, and visual arts into your classroom makes learning a...

by Dr Rukaiya Harianawala,Occupational therapist, MSc(O.T.)

What are motor skills? How can it help your child with a learning disability?

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Occupational therapist, MSc(O.T.)

by Eliza Braganza Pereira - Teaching Faculty (DLP)

Difference between learning disability and intellectual disability.

by Charmy Adhia, Coordinator- DLP, The Aditya Birla Integrated School

How are autistic children intellectually different from children with no learning disability?

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 Autism constitutes a range of conditions that affect brain development. Its characteristics include trouble with social interaction and communication, patterns in repetitive behaviours to follow a routine, and sensorial needs.

by Ritika Yadav

How are special schools preparing for resuming offline learning?

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The special schools in Mumbai of different disabilities like school for autism, have taken all the necessary precautions to welcome the students back to school.

by Pramila Mankikar, Teaching Faculty – Junior, The Aditya Birla Integrated School

Role of a shadow teacher in the education of a student with learning disability.

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When a person chooses to be a shadow teacher he/ she provides one to one support to students with special needs. The support provided to the student helps in the development of their academics, behavioural and social skills.