Physical Impairment

What is PI

• Disability that adversely affects a students educational performance

• Disability that adversely affects a students personality

• Disability that adversely affects a students brain

What are some characteristics?

• Respectful, kind, honest

• Resilient, adaptable, doctor appointments

• Rude, Rational, Radiant

What are some strategies?

• Smart/Grow Goals, LRE, Group activities

• Tutor

• Less class time more alone time

What are some concerns?

• Low self esteem, field trips, technology, time away from school

• hands-on learning

• in ability to learn

• less participation

Who is the main character in My Left Foot

• Christy

• Chad

• Chet

• Charlie

Does Christy have the ability to learn?

• Yes

• No

What is an example of a physical impairment

• cerebral palsy

• blindness

• short

• obesity