Self Determination Ages birth to 3, Powerpoint

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Self Determination Ages Birth to Three
Definition: Self-determiniation is the ability to define and active golas based on a foundation of knowing and valuing oneself
Skills for Self-Determination
Definition for Infants and Toddlers: Self-determination is the ability of infants and toddlers to gain control over themselves, and advocate for the wants and physical needs
Challenges
Skills & Behaviors 0-6 months
Skills & Behaviors 6-12 months
Skills & Behaviors 12-15 months
Skills & Behaviors 15-18 months
Skills & Behaviors 18-24 months
Skills & Behaviors 24-36 months
Skills & Behaviors 24-36 months
Strategies
Learn Separation of self from others, praise communication, comment on his successes, consistent limits and expectations
Do not anticipate or mmediately meet the child's needs until they initiate or communicate the need
Let them make choices, experience results of choices, practice new skills
Let the child initiate actions
Allow for mistakes, promote exploration, identify mentors, accept problems, provide responsibility
Talk about the child's disability, facilitate self-esteem
Provide for individuality and independence, environment for self-directed learning, supports and accomodations
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