Welcome to an in-depth session on sensory circuits, focusing on the essential alerting techniques led by renowned Occupational Therapist, Ali Neal. This session is part of a comprehensive series designed to empower educators, SENCOs, and occupational therapists with the practical tools needed to implement effective sensory circuits in schools. Whether you’re new to sensory circuits or looking to refine your existing strategies, this session will provide you with actionable insights to better support your students’ sensory regulation needs.
What You Will Learn:
In this session, Ali Neal guides you through the following key areas:
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Understanding Sensory Circuits: A brief recap of what sensory circuits are and why they are crucial for students’ sensory regulation and learning.
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Alerting Activities: Discover how specific activities can stimulate the vestibular system, helping to bring students into a more alert and focused state. Learn the science behind these activities and how to implement them effectively.
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Practical Demonstrations: Ali provides live demonstrations of how different pieces of equipment, like peanut balls, scooter boards, and balance boards, can be used in alerting activities. See firsthand how the intensity and type of movement impact the alertness levels of students.
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Tailoring Activities to Student Needs: Learn how to assess the sensory needs of your students and adjust the activities to ensure they are getting the appropriate level of sensory input. Whether your students are hypo-responsive or hyper-responsive, you’ll discover strategies to help them achieve optimal sensory regulation.
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Avoiding Common Mistakes: Ali highlights common pitfalls in implementing sensory circuits and offers expert tips on how to avoid them, ensuring your circuits are both safe and effective.
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Planning and Customization: Gain insights into how to structure your sensory circuits, incorporating alerting, organizing, and calming activities that are tailored to your specific classroom needs.