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Curriculuar Adaptation

CURRICULUM ADAPATION Based on the work of Government of Panama, 2005. Materials produced for professional development as part of the national Inclusive Education Plan which waslaunched in 2005 in 65 pilot centres in the country.

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Curriculuar Adaptation

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  1. CURRICULUM ADAPATIONBased on the work of Government of Panama, 2005. Materials produced for professional development as part of the national Inclusive Education Plan which waslaunched in 2005 in 65 pilot centres in the country

  2. Adjustments to the curricula are the most fundamental element in the individualization of teaching. They consist of accomodating or adjusting the educational supply to the specific needs and possibilities of each student. Curriculuar Adaptation

  3. WHAT ARE IMPORTANT CURRICULAR ADJUSTMENTS? • These are changes that affect the curriculum offered by the Ministry of Education • Example: • Eliminate objectives • Change contents

  4. WHAT ARE LESS IMPORTANT CURRICULAR ADJUSTMENTS? • These are changes that do not affect the curricula offered by the Ministry of Education • Examples: • Allow more or less time for a student to reach a particular objective. • Incorporate more activities so that students are able to learn the contents of a particular subject.

  5. WHAT ARE ADJUSTMENTS IN ACCESS TO THE CURRICULUM? • These are changes in resources and communications materials. • Example: • Changes in infrastructure • Change in the student’s position / situation • Allow for using the Braille system, sign language, etc.

  6. WHAT TYPES OF CURRICULAR ADJUSTMENTS EXIST? • Adjustments in access to the curriculum. • Less important curricular adjustments. • Significant curricular ajustments.

  7. WHEN SHOULD ADJUSTMENTS TO THE CURRICULUM BE MADE? • Adjustements to the curriculum should be made whenever a student or group of students evidences special educational needs.

  8. Curriculum Adaptation for Children with Individual Needs • They are the only guaranty that a student will be able to learn according to his or her needs and real possibilities.

  9. Adjustments to Elements in the Curriculum • Objectives • Contents • Methodology • Activities • Resources • Evaluation Personal Material Classroom Organizational • The teacher must: • Coordinate strategically with those involved in the educational process. • Propitiate the participation of other professionals, specifying their roles. • Plan in a coherent manner, taking into account the reality at the school and of its pupils. • Have flexible hours that reflect the methodology being employed and the student’s special needs.

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