Some graphics reproduced using Print Shop Deluxe, Broderbund
Software, Inc. All Rights Reserved used by permission. The Classroom does not claim
all descriptions of sites to be their own words.
"I don't know the key to success,
but the key to failure is trying to please everybody."
Bill Cosby
Down
Syndrome
Resources
Definition: "Down syndrome
or trisomy 21 (usually Down's Syndrome in British English[1])
is a
genetic disorder caused by the
presence of all or part of an extra
21st chromosome. It is named
after
John Langdon Down, the British
doctor who described it in
1866. The condition is
characterized by a combination of major and minor differences in body structure.
Often Down syndrome is associated with some impairment of
cognitive ability and
physical growth as well as
facial appearance. Down syndrome is usually identified at birth".
Source:
Wikipedia
Down Syndrome: Health Issues
by Len Leshin, M.D., F.A.A.P
Medical essays on Down Syndrome and issues common to children with Ds
Extensive listing of other Down Syndrome Websites
Family Village
A global community that integrates information,
resources, and communication opportunities on the Internet for persons with
mental retardation and other disabilities, their families, and those that
provide them services and supports.
Teaching
Strategies
"When
a child has trouble communicating or articulating, being
patient and modeling more appropriate interactions and
speech can be very telling. Providing aid upon request
(and waiting for the child to ask for the help rather
than assuming that he/she needs it) has also been
recommended. Giving the choice and the opportunity to
ask for assistance produces a sense of independence that
should be encouraged at all times"
Source:
Nahal DerayehDown Syndrome: Teaching Strategies
Down Syndrome: Teaching Strategies The following pages will therefore focus on the
education of children with Down syndrome and the teaching strategies that have
been found to aid in their
Teaching children with Down syndrome to read Abstract - This article describes the
development of our interest and expertise in the teaching of reading to children
with Down syndrome since 1980 and the
National Down Syndrome Society - Home
Not-for-profit organization supporting research
in the United States. Includes details of education and advocacy programs.
National Down Syndrome Congress
Creating a national
climate in which all persons will recognize and embrace
the value and dignity of persons with Down syndrome.
Resources
Teaching
Strategies
Organizations