Cultural Diversity:

• Cultural patterns influence social behaviors observed at school
• Distinguish between difference and deficit
• Integrate traditional cultural values and belief systems into social skills training by offering multiple solutions

Educational Barriers:

• Classrooms
• Grounds
• Transportation
• Scheduling
• Staff Issues (Fears, Lack of Knowledge, Limited Value on Diversity)

Contextual Variables:

• Physical: (Where)
• Relational: (With whom)
• Situational: (What is happening)

Student's Disability:

• Limited cognitive skills
• Impaired language skills
• Poor social relatedness
• Aggression,withdrawal
• Challenged learning
• Age-appropriate interests and behaviors