Using the Eight Senses to Foster Student Success

What is a sensory-safe classroom? Why should this play an important role in my planning? Educators will address the five senses, in addition to vestibular (balance), proprioceptive (movement), and interoceptive (internal), to identify student needs. By addressing what is happening in a student's immediate environment, teachers can proactively remove triggers and focus on learning. This session will focus on: Define sensory input and how it affects learners Explore the five senses plus three Reflect upon how this look in my space and how I can be proactive Work together to explore students' availability to learn and how to create a sensory-safe classroom environment for all learners to succeed. Session Objectives: 1. Define sensory input and how it affects learners 2. Explore the five senses plus three 3. Reflect upon how this look in my space and how I can be proactive