A definition of the specific condition/disability
Developmental delay is the significantly limited, impaired or delayed capacity to use expressive and/or receptive language, exhibited by difficulties in one or more of the following areas: speech, such as articulation and/or voice; conveying, understanding, or using spoken, written, or symbolic language.
A list of characteristics of the particular condition/disability
Children who have one or more developmental delay(s) have a variety of characteristics. These students have delays in typical developmental milestones. For instance many children labeled as having a developmental delay, will take longer to walk, or may need more time to speak. Some other specific characteristics of a child who is delayed developmentally is that they may not be able to sit up without support or control various muscles.
A review of how students with the condition/ disability commonly differ from typical human growth and developmental patterns
A child who suffers from a developmental delay differs from typical human growth and development in many ways. Students that have delays in development are identified by comparing the child's development with the development of other same-age children. For example, children with a developmental delay often sit, stand, walk, and/or speak at a later date than most children of the same age.
A summary of instructional strategies including accommodations, modifications, and assistive technologies that may assist a student with this condition/disability in making educational progress
Instructional strategies for students with developmental delays differs greatly depending on what the child has delays in. However, many students who are developmentally delayed have the benefit of early intervention. Although, early intervention is not specifically a classroom modification, it is an accommodation that schools offer to help students who have developmental delays. For example, if the student has trouble with their hearing or vision they may need to see an audiologist or a ophthalmologist frequently. Some students may need to meet with a occupational therapist or a physical therapist throughout the day. Other children with developmental delays may need a speech or language pathologist to help with their communication skills. When a student shows signs of a delay in their development, it is the responsibility of teacher to make sure there is a collaborative team made to help this child. This is a law in many states called the Child Find network. It helps locate young children who may need additional supports in their early years.
A review of some of the major federal laws regarding special education
The Individuals with Disabilities Act (IDEA 2004) connects great with developmental delays because the act specifically requires that states identify, locate, and evaluate all children from birth to age 21 who are in need of early intervention services or special education. Because of this act schools around the country use Child Find networks to locate young children who may be struggling and need additional supports.
A descriptor of a community, state, or national organization or agency that provides assistance to individuals with the particular condition/disability and their families
A website that I found that provides help and assistance to the developmentally delayed is the University of Michigan's Health System. Their site has a section that is specifically made to inform people, especially parents, of developmental delays. This site provides information on what developmental delays are, the causes of them, what to do if you suspect a developmental delay, information regarding early intervention, and much more.
Anastasiow, N., Coleman, MR., Gallagher, J., & Kirk, S. (2009). Educating Exceptional Children: Twelfth Edition. Boston: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company.
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