The Building Blocks of Learning: A Framework for Understanding Classroom Learning and Behavior

1. The Building Blocks of Learning: A Framework for Understanding Classroom Learning and Behavior Mather & Goldstein, 2005

2. Rationale for Building Blocks • Interprets and integrates educational research and theory • Synthesizes prior knowledge of disability • Provides a conceptual framework for thinking about disability • Provides guidance in planning individualized instruction for students with disabilities

3. The Building Blocks of Learning Strategies Images Language CONCEPTUAL Auditory Motor Visual SYMBOLIC Attention & Impulse Control Emotions & Behavior Self-Esteem Learning Environment FOUNDATIONAL

4. Foundational Blocks • Provides the support for all learning to occur Attention & Impulse Control Emotions & Behavior Self-Esteem Learning Environment

5. Symbolic Blocks • Involves the processing of information through the senses. Auditory Motor Visual

6. Conceptual Blocks Strategies Images Language • Thinking with language, images, and strategies, also known as executive functioning

7. Using the Building Blocks Questionnaire • Complete Part 1 (p. 17) • Complete Part 2 (pp. 18 – 22) for any areas that were answered “frequently” or “sometimes” in Part • Read relevant foundational block chapter(s) for additional information and interventions