What is self-advocacy, in your own words?

Self-advocacy is speaking up for yourself and making decisions to improve your future.

According to the video, what are two skills that self-advocacy helps develop?

Communication and assertiveness skills.

Junebug asks to take movement breaks during the test and requests that ambient music be played.

Asking for accommodations helps Junebug succeed and develop self-advocacy skills, while guessing does not help him learn or improve.

The fidget cube is meant to help Junebug remain focused during tests.

9th GradeHealth55 min

I can advocate for my need for accommodation in different situations.

8 min

Self-Advocacy (2020)

11 min

Key concepts students will learn:

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Self-advocacy is speaking and/or acting for yourself and making decisions to better your future.
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Self-advocacy helps with developing communication and assertiveness skills.
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To self-advocate, you must understand what you need in order to move forward and face and acknowledge your challenges.

17 min

12 questions • Multiple choice & Short answer

5 min

“Describe a situation where you might need an accommodation in school, and explain how you would advocate for that need.”

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