Children dealing with MS may require different things that normal students. Because of the symptoms they experience with having MS some accommodations may need to be made for them within the classroom. Following is a list of symptoms students may have and the accommodations a teacher may make to help the student.
- Overall weakness, fatigue and poor balance: Avoid excessive walking, keep one set of books at home and another set at school, make it possible for the student to rest when needed.
- Memory loss: depending on the level of memory loss using note on tests may be appropriate, they may not be able to remember all the steps to complete a math problem or the speed in which they process information may change. When taking tests it may be appropriate to allow the students to use notes and books.
- Eyesight: visual changes may occur without warning. Seating students near the board may help. Having the students tell you if their eyesight changes during the day.
- Stress: Stress makes symptoms work therefor the teachers should be flexible and understanding as much as possible. Work with the students to create the least stressful environment possible.
- Bathroom Use: Allow the student to sit near the door so they may exit quietly without distracting the other students.
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