What visual instructions should be present to support sequenced and organized performance? Where should these be placed?
A set of visual instructions within the student’s to-do list might clarify for the student the key search words he should use, what type of sites he should search, how many sites he should search, what materials (e.g. applications, information about the position) he should print out, etc. This set of instructions might be placed in a binder, so that he can retrieve them when he begins the search process from any computer.
Here is a list of key search terms (a form of visual instructions) to support a student’s independent navigation of a website:
Here is a list of online search terms that a student might use to locate positions within his area of interest:
How can I organize the materials (or help the student organize) to support independent performance? Where do materials (e.g. printed application forms, contact information for a particular company /organization) go when they are finished?
How do I highlight (label) or emphasize key elements of tasks, materials and instructions?
For example, if the student is repeatedly missing a step in the instructions, use red font to make this step stand out. Or, shorten the length of the instructions into 2 different work sessions so that the student is less likely to skip steps. Literally highlighting key words within the instructions can help too!
In order to align this intervention topic area with the unique needs of the student, do you need to create visual instructions and reminder cues in the View2do program?
