DSN M2 ACC Institute Of Human Service Specialist Diploma Assignment : Developmental & Learning Disabilities, Singapore

Assignment Questions – 55%

1. Choose one of the following videos of a child with special needs to watch.
AUTISM DAY IN THE LIFE – 3 Year Old with Asperger’s Syndrome –

A Day in the Life of a Child with Autism at The ELIJA School –

Severe Childhood Apraxia of Speech 3 yr 9 mo –

Why Can’t You Behave? – My Son Has ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder)
– https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nurwo4seVqY

*Present an overview of the developmental or learning disability. How do you describe the child based on the different domains of development (gross motor, fine motor, cognitive, social and emotional, speech and language)? You can also refer to the interview with the parent(s) or caregivers(s) (where applicable). (1700 words)

*may not directly state information, can use pseudonyms and general descriptions, depending on your agreement with the parent
2. Provide a personal reflection of your observation. What are the difficulties involved in handling the child as you’ve observed? How did the activity help you understand more about the specific condition? (300 words)
Paper Format
Font: Times New Roman, size 12, double-spaced
Referencing: APA 6 th edition
Plagiarism: Below 20%
Assignment due: 4 weeks from examination
 

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