FASD-CAN has created a special double-sided pānui for educators with a handy mnemonic.
LORRRRSSSS (LORS) not LAWS covers the basics when setting up a positive environment at school or kura for ākonga with FASD. As we know, 'normal' laws don't tend to work that well for neurodiverse students, and everyone in the class does better when the way their brains work is understood and their needs are met.
Creating a supportive and consistent school environment is vital for students with FASD. This LORS framework will guide educators by drawing on neuroscience, trauma-informed practices, and strengths-based perspectives to enable ākonga with FASD to reach their full learning potential.
The letters stand for:
Learning style, Observation, Relationship, Repetition, Role models, Routine, Self-esteem, Sensory overload, Strengths, Supervision & scaffolding
Each of these topics has an expanded explanation on the back of the flyer.
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