Degree of clarity of sensory stimuli; physical ability of the sensory organs to receive input. The term 'acuity' is used with reference to hearing and vision.
Source
The Autism Encyclopaedia, Dunne in Neisworth & Wolfe
Term
Adaptations
Definition
In the context of disability, this term means to make necessary changes so that an environment or resource is better suited to an individuals needs
Source
SASN
Term
Adaptive Behaviour
Definition
Typical performance on daily tasks and activities related to personal and social sufficiency. Examples of this in children are self-care, communication and socialisation. Examples of adult adaptive behaviours include self-care (e.g. holding down a job, managing money) communication (advanced reading and writing) and socialisation.
Source
The Autism Encyclopaedia, Dalbec-Mraz & Wolfe in Neisworth & Wolfe
National and local information and standards activity relating to additional support for learning for any child or young person who, for whatever reason, requires additional support for learning to enable them to benefit from school education. Additional support needs can arise from any factor which causes a barrier to learning, whether that factor relates to social, emotional, cognitive, linguistic, disability, or family and care circumstances.
