Your understanding can transform lives

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A 36 page document with valuable information about how to teach a student with FASD. Includes links to great resources.

UNDERSTAND

FASD is pervasive and long-standing brain dysfunction due to prenatal alcohol exposure.

RECOGNISE

Know the signs of a student with FASD.

ACCOMMODATE

Learning is achievable with supports and strategies.

This resource will help you to:

• Understand what FASD means for your student
• Focus on educational strengths of students with FASD
• Remember the importance of listening to people with FASD
• Understand brain-based issues that impact learning
• Explore your role in supporting a student with FASD
• Work with parents, guardians and carers as allies
• Reflect on guiding principles
• Consider reasonable adjustments and statutory rights
• Adapt classroom strategies
• Access FASD resources to help you in your role