![]() Let it Shine: a rap battle (its Disney, so its clean) that demonstrates subtle nonverbal cues: This is a quiz that gives great, specific information regarding facial expressions and emotions: Ī great video about body language and presidential candidates: The Middle: picking a topic of conversation: īig Bang Theory: appropriate comments and reading body language: īig Bang Theory: Starting conversations in awkward ways (at 1:10, Sheldon refers to sex): īig Bang Theory: conversation starter funny: īig Bang Theory: Chess clock conversation that is supposed to ensure equal turns īig Bang Theory: Sheldon teaches Penny about Physics but doesn't consider what's important: īig Bang Theory: Penny teaches Sheldon about body language: Parenthood (season 4, episode 1): within first 5 minutes (topic maintenance)īig Bang Theory: General Conversation skills īig Bang Theory: Sheldon debates Xbox 1 vs PS4 and Amy isn't very interested but uses sarcasm: Parenthood (season 4, episode 1): within first 5 minutesīig Bang Theory – season 2, episode 18 (Sheldon gives too much information) įamily Guy - a donkey disagrees and won't let the person talk The Big Bang Theory - Penny hurts Sheldon's feelings īasic Conversation skills: Supportive Comments, Asking Questions, Adding our thoughts ![]() Time should be taken to watch each clip prior to showing it to the child to ensure there are no inappropriate topics or jokes. This is especially true for The Big Bang Theory. Therapy OPS word of Caution: Use caution when using some of these clips, as not all are appropriate for every age/maturity level. Once you start tuning in to the idea of video modeling while watching shows and movies, you will notice that one episode or movie can be used as a teaching tool for many skills. ![]() It is our goal to have several examples for each topic listed below however this might take some time. The videos often show an example of the "expected" and "unexpected" behaviors, to which we then pause and discuss with the group. We try to choose age appropriate TV shows and videos that the participants enjoy and are motivated by. While there are videos out there for purchase, we have always preferred using our own video collection. It is one on the most effective ways of teaching social skills and other positive behaviors for individuals on the Autism spectrum. Video modeling is an integral part of Therapy OPS's social skills groups. People are always thinking about us PreziĮxpected and Unexpected Behaviors in School Prezi Superflex and The Unthinkables Prezi for adults Superflex and the Unthinkables Prezi for students Superflex and The Unthinkables Books, Activities, and More! Be sure to click on the book above to visit the Social Thinking website with all of their amazing materials. The following handouts are meant to enrich the curriculum. The creators, Stephanie Madrigal and Michelle Garcia Winner, recommend the curriculum for grades 2nd-5th, however I have used the information with children as young as 4 (depending on their cognitive level and emotional maturity). It helps take the pressure off of the child by teaching them that we all have a team of Unthinkables that hinder our ability to take other people's perspectives. Rigid thinking can greatly affect a child’s ability to socialize appropriately, as well as their ability to learn.The Superflex Curriculum is a great tool for teaching younger kids social skills. It can also be caused by literal thinking patterns. ![]() They can become combative verbally when they are sure they are 100 percent right and you are 100 percent wrong. Rigid thinking goes along with black and white thinking, i.e. Their brain becomes rigid, and problem solving diminishes. They are not able to think outside or act outside of whatever box they have found themselves in. Rigid thinking is when someone gets stuck on an idea, thought, behaviour, or fear. Part of teaching children with ASC is recognising that they may be prone to rigid thinking. Superflexprovides opportunity for increased self-awareness. ![]() Since self-regulation of emotion and behaviour drives development of executive functioning skills, we consider the sources of dysregulation within our learners.Īt Westhaven, we use a number of Social Thinking teaching concepts and tools, one of which is the ‘Superflex’ series. Social competencies involve our social learning processes and these are central to many aspects of academic learning. We use Social Thinking at Westhaven to teach social competencies and not just social skills. ![]()
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