Students will select and view a film or documentary that depicts the life of an individual with a developmental disability. (Examples of films/documentaries have been provided below). The students will write a 3 to 4 page paper addressing all of the aspects of the film/documentary listed in the bullet points below. This paper should be double-spaced, with 12 size, Times New Roman font and APA style referencing is required. Students should be able to identify the following, while providing examples from the film: 1. Review of the film/documentary: -The disability portrayed -The symptoms experienced and unique needs of the individual with the disability -Challenges faced by the individual -Functional limitations in areas such as self-care, communication, etc. -Negative life experiences as result of the developmental disability -Reactions from community and society -The role of the family and other support systems -Overcoming barriers as a result of the developmental disability -Impact of developmental disability on individual and family functioning -Problems with transitional periods in their lives 2. Application of knowledge and skills ( ): -If you were the individual(s) case manager/disability consultant, what would be your recommendations? -What services would you suggest the individual
(s) be provided with that would meet his/her specific needs? -How can you support the individual(s) to get connected within his/her community? -Explain the assessment process in diagnosing the developmental disability portrayed. What would you have done differently? -Address any cultural factors in the experience of the individual(s) disability. -What kinds of things would have benefited the individual(s) with the developmental disability? -What kinds of things would have benefited the individual(s) family? 3. Reflection/Reaction: -Personal reaction to the film/documentary and how the developmental disability was portrayed. -How might this film/documentary affect you as a service provider as it relates to the developmental disability? -Did you learn anything new about the developmental disability? : What’s Eating Gilbert Grape; Mozart and the Whale; Temple Grandin; Molly; I Am Sam; My Left Foot : Monica and David Movie ReviewCriteriaRatingsPtsThis criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeReview of the film/documentary 2 pts This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeApplication of course material and peer-reviewed articles 3 pts This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeReflection/ Reaction to the film 3 pts This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeGrammar & APA style