Some teachers just have a knack for working with autistic children. Other teachers do not have it.
Interpretation
Some educators excel at connecting with autistic children, while others struggle in this regard.
Temple Grandin highlights the unique abilities that some teachers possess when it comes to understanding and engaging with autistic children. This knack can facilitate better learning and communication for these students, underscoring the importance of having skilled educators who can cater to diverse needs in the classroom.
In practice
During a faculty meeting on special education, I shared the quote by Temple Grandin to emphasize the need for specialized training for teachers.
Language just gradually came in, one or two stressed words a time. Before then, I would just scream. I couldn't talk. I couldn't get my words out. So the only way I could tell someone what I wanted was to scream. If I didn't want to wear a hat, the only way I knew to communicate was screaming and throwing it on the floor.
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