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Breaking a lesson into smaller steps
One clear step at a time helps every learner keep up.
When a task feels too large, some learners stop trying. Smaller steps give them a way in.
Give one instruction at a time, then check it has been understood. Show an example before you ask learners to try.
Use real objects for numbers, such as stones or bottle tops. Praise effort, and compare a learner's work with their own earlier work.
These articles are early drafts. They are general classroom tips, not medical advice, and education specialists are still to review them.