How the C-SEA Can Help You Transform Classroom Environments

About this episode

This episode discusses the Classroom Sensory Environment Assessment (C-SEA) and its role in transforming classroom environments for better student focus.

Walking into a classroom filled with visual clutter, constant noise, and lingering smells from an air fryer might leave you wondering how any student can focus—let alone those with sensory processing challenges. In this episode, Dr. Heather Kuhaneck joins school-based OT practitioners Linda Kinkade and Dana Hawkins to introduce the Classroom Sensory Environment Assessment (C-SEA), a tool designed to help teachers assess and modify their classroom environments to better support students with s...

People in this episode

Hosts: Linda Kinkade, Dana Hawkins

Guest: Dr. Heather Kuhaneck

Topics covered

• classroom environments
• sensory processing
• assessment tools
• education
• support strategies

Keywords

• C-SEA
• classroom sensory assessment
• sensory processing challenges
• classroom modifications
• student focus

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Classroom Sensory Environment Assessment

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