Journal Entry #4: Students With MR

1. What was your reaction to Mr Orsini's talk?
I found a lot the things that Mr Orsini talked about very interesting. I was very surprised to
learn some of the things that he told us about students with MR. Such as they have to repeat
things hundreds of times and sometimes they still cannot remember a simple task like tying a
shoe lace. Also, I was surprised when Mr Orsini said that the best thing you can do for a
student with MR is break there arm.

2. Do you have any interest in teaching special education?
Although I think teaching special education would be a very rewarding job, it does not
interest me very much. I am more interested in teaching young children, such as first or
second grade.

3. What are the major topics that students with MR will be taught in the public school system?
Students with MR are taught basic material that they will needto know to live an independent
life, such as how to count and use money. They might also be taught a certain skill so that
they can get a job. A student with MR is also taught how to act. For example, they are
taught that it is inapropriate to always give everyone hugs when you see them.