Which French doctor used systematic instruction to teach daily living skills to children with disabilities and taught Victor?

• A. Braille
• B. Itard
• C. Montessori
• D. Epee

Answer: (B)

A focused approach on teaching children with disabilities using structured, stepwise instruction is being tested here. Jean Itard, a French physician, is the one who worked with Victor of Aveyron and developed a careful, systematic program to build practical, daily living skills. He began with close observation of Victor, then broke learning into small, manageable steps and created a consistent routine. Tasks were arranged in a clear progression—from simple to more complex—and learning was reinforced through repetition, feedback, and gradual guidance. The goal was to foster real independence in everyday activities, self-care, and social behavior, rather than merely to observe or entertain. This patient, data-informed method laid groundwork for later approaches in special education that emphasize individualized, structured instruction.