Problem: Student does not follow verbal directions.
Intervention
Teach the student skills for the following verbal directions such as
Give directions in a variety of ways (verbal, written, demonstration, etc. )
Give directions in a that are simple and concrete
Chunk directions--give related directions together ("Get your book and open it to page 57.")
Provide alternatives for presenting verbal directions
- Listen carefully
- Write down important points
- Use environmental cues
- Wait until all directions are received before beginning
Give directions in a variety of ways (verbal, written, demonstration, etc. )
Give directions in a that are simple and concrete
Chunk directions--give related directions together ("Get your book and open it to page 57.")
Provide alternatives for presenting verbal directions
- Use a tape recorder
- Directions given by peer
- Summarize directions