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• Technology: Incorporated interactive games and apps that focused on emotional recognition and regulation.
• Individualized Support: Provided one-on-one attention and support to students who needed additional assistance.

Reflections

What Went Well:

• Visual Supports: The use of visual aids was highly effective in helping students understand and identify emotions, especially for those with visual processing strengths.
• Interactive Activities: The role-playing and game-based activities were engaging and helped students practice emotional expression and regulation in a safe and supportive environment.
• Individualized Support: Providing one-on-one attention allowed me to tailor the lesson to each student’s specific needs and pace of learning.
• Positive Reinforcement: Offering praise and encouragement helped to build students’ confidence and motivation.

Areas for Improvement:

• More Peer Interaction: While group activities were beneficial, I could have incorporated more opportunities for students to interact with each other and practice social skills.
• Connection to Real-Life Experiences: I could have further linked the lesson to real-life situations to help students understand the relevance of emotional intelligence.
• Assessment of Progress: Implementing pre- and post-assessment measures would have provided a clearer picture of students’ progress and the effectiveness of the lesson.
• Parental Involvement: Involving parents or caregivers could have strengthened the impact of the lesson by providing additional support and reinforcement at home.

Overall, I believe the mini lesson was effective in helping students with ASD develop their emotional literacy skills. By using a variety of delivery methods and providing individualized support, I was able to create a positive and engaging learning experience. However, there is always room for improvement, and I would continue to explore ways to enhance the effectiveness of my teaching.