SHC 21 2 2.1 Find out an individual’s communication and language needs, wishes and preferences Not everyone communicates in the same way. It is important to find out a person’s communication preferences to be able to support them in the best way and meet their needs. People can have a wide range of communication needs such as: * Language * Physical ability * Culture * Self-confidence * Level of learning ability You can find out an individual’s preferred communication method by asking them or their parents if they have any preferences, observing them, discussing with your team partially someone who has previously worked with the individual and reading any information you have about them. 3.1 Identify barriers to communication. Sometimes communication isn’t always straight forward.
Augmentative communication is a way to help with language disorders. Assistive technology devices such as computers or hand held devices should be used to accomplish augmentative communication. This will allow the children to communicate their needs. Verbal communication consists of vocabulary which means the use of the words and expressions that can be understood. The children can respond to questions accordingly to the tone of the voice.
1.1 The ability to communicate or understand and use speech is vital for all areas of development in children and young people. As language and speech develops in young people, they learn how to express themselves and their needs hence the ability to control their emotions. In ability to express ones' self often result in display of behaviour as a physical reaction to their feelings in proportion to how they feel regarding the situation at hand. Behaviour shows a measure of control or the lack of it. Behaviour therefore whether positive or negative becomes a means of expressing either displeasure or approval from the one displaying it as a means of communicating.
1.2 DESCRIBE WITH EXAMPLES HOW TO BEHAVE APPROPRIATELY FOR A CHILD OR YOUNG PERSON’S STAGE OF DEVELOPMENT? First impressions are important for everyone not only child but for parents and people we work with. Children of different age will need varying levels of attention; some may be more advanced than others. Children with “special needs” will need more help. When we work with infants at nursery to help them with basics vocabulary and numeracy we need to choose media that will help them understand.
We would also like to observe the children doing a variety of language and literacy activities and also observe them communicating with other children. We would obviously like your permission to do this. By observing the child we will be able to see if they are at the correct stage of development for their age and if they are not we can work together to help improve their
1.1 Identify different reasons why people communicate. -To express needs -Share ideas and information - To express feelings - To reassure -Socialise - To ask questions -To create relationships -Encouragement -To understand and to be understood -Share opinions 1.2 Explain effective communication affects all aspects of own work. Within my own work we use staff message, staff meetings, and meetings with line manager to communicate with other staff. Using effective communication is important to ensure that the right care is given to each child. Effective communication is also important so that information given is clear, concise, accurate, and informative.
Every child is different, so some may need more support than others; this is why observations are important. Positive communication is very important as this can help build a Childs interaction skills, self esteem and confidence. It’s vital you always have eye contact with that child, and allow them to finish what they are saying. In order to boost their self esteem a child should always be praised, this will make them feel more confident and willing to try. Adapting the environment to help children with their speech and language needs can be done by using visual signs that children can understand, for example you could label the home corner, dress up area, book corner and so on.
You need to encourage the use of good manners please, thankyou, etc and deter bad manners and behaviour by talking to the child in question and telling them how they need to behave. 1.2 Describe with examples how to behave appropriately for a child or young person’s stage of development. Year 1 children are just starting with lessons so they need to be told how to sit and listen to what they are being told so they know what they need to do to complete the task in hand. In Phonics you need to sound out the sounds and words, see how the children get on spelling the word and then help them by sounding the word out again or breaking the sounds down so they can hear the letter sounds easier. When they get it right let them know they have got it correct.
Support Individuals with Specific Communication Needs Explain the importance of meeting an individuals communication needs. Individuals who have learning difficulties or hearing problems need special attention and support to help them express themselves effectively. It is therefore imperative for the carer to know the individual's preferred method of communication. The way you communicate with one person will be different from the way you communicate with another. Likewise, each of them will interact with you in different ways.
Writing a Behaviour Plan Behaviour Plans ensure consistency when managing a child/young person’s behaviour and helps us to look at things we can change to support the child/young person, rather than trying to change them. Environment The environment we provide has a direct impact on a young person’s behaviour. We need to consider what we can do or change in the environment to support the child. For example, looking at how playworkers are deployed at possible trigger times, use of visual support, organisation of routines and or resources. Supporting the development of new play skills After identifying what the child is trying to communicate through their behaviour we can identify what new skills the child needs to learn.