Sensory Boxes: Supporting Self-Regulation and Learning through Multisensory Tools
| Master Course ID | 20645 |
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| Post Title | Sensory Boxes: Supporting Self-Regulation and Learning through Multisensory Tools |
| Page Course Title | Sensory Boxes: Supporting Self-Regulation and Learning through Multisensory Tools |
| Certificate Course Title | Sensory Boxes: Supporting Self-Regulation and Learning through Multisensory Tools |
| Presenters | Amanda Sass, MA. SpEd. |
| Disciplines | SLP, OT, PSY |
| Course Type | For Completion of the recorded, non-interactive, asynchronous, distance learning course |
| Course Level | Introductory |
| Hours Decimal | 0.1 |
| Hours Not Decimal | 1 |
| Date Source | completed |
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| Licensing Bodies | AOTA, ASHA & NASP |
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Description
Examine the benefits of sensory boxes in the classroom and therapy settings. Explore the research supporting a multisensory approach for students to develop independent self-regulation skills to generalize across daily routines and environments. Learn practical strategies to enhance engagement while fostering functional and academic skills students can use well beyond their school years.
Objectives
- Identify the purpose and research basis for using sensory boxes in classroom and therapy settings.
- Describe the connection between sensory input and student behavior, emotional regulation, and engagement.
- Choose at least 2 practical strategies for incorporating sensory box activities into educational and therapeutic environments.
- Recognize at least 2 ways sensory box strategies can support student participation in meaningful school-based occupations, including learning, classroom routines, social interaction, and skill development.
Agenda
| Minutes | Activity |
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| 5 | Introduction |
| 10 | Research Supporting Therapeutic Use of Sensory Items |
| 25 | Practical Implementation |
| 15 | Examples with Application Strategies |
| 5 | Wrap Up |
OT Information
| OT Course ID | 14657 |
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| OT Targets | OT Service Delivery, Foundational Knowledge |
Downloads
| Downloads Category | Sensory Boxes |
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| Downloads Shortcode Override |
Disclosures
| Financial Disclosure | All presenters are employees of The Stepping Stones Group and are paid a salary for their positions. There are no other relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time. |
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| Non-Financial Disclosure | No relevant non-financial relationship exists |