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Accessibility Tools Can Be Transformative for Some Students. But at What Cost?

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I’m a special education teacher serving students in a self-contained class, and all of my students have moderate to severe learning disabilities including ADHD, intellectual disabilities, emotional disabilities, specific learning disabilities and autism spectrum disorder. I used paper and pencil.

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How to Bring to Life the Science of Reading

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School principal Abraham agrees: “Having the students have the ability to really dive deep within that text and read the text multiple times is so important for comprehension, especially with our students that are English language learners or that might have a learning disability. [It

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Innovative ideas for school libraries

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As librarians, our job is to not only give students and teachers access to resources they need to succeed, but to be their guide when choosing these resources. As times have changed, technology has advanced, and student needs have evolved—so, too, has the role of the librarian. Who is the modern librarian?

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Bridging the Gap: Overcoming Barriers in Higher Ed for Students with Disabilities including Neurodivergent Learners

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.” In the current learning environment, students with disabilities encounter significant challenges due to the lack of inclusivity and accessibility in the education system. of Australian undergraduate students reported having a learning disability. Learning spaces I.

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Bridging the Gap: Overcoming Barriers in Higher Ed for Students with Disabilities including Neurodivergent Learners

Faculty Focus

.” In the current learning environment, students with disabilities encounter significant challenges due to the lack of inclusivity and accessibility in the education system. of Australian undergraduate students reported having a learning disability. Learning spaces I.

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What Does Good Classroom Design Look Like in the Age of Social Distancing?

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We have seen students lack access to technology and Wi-Fi. We shouldn’t design a sterile space, but instead design with fresh eyes and ask these questions. Does having this item on the wall add to the visual clutter or support daily learning? Minimize the digital clutter in these spaces. Design with this reality in mind.

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The Pandemic Closed Our Doors But Opened Our Minds: Why My School District Will Not Return to ‘Normal’

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The cafeteria no longer was used to eat; rather, meals were individually packaged and delivered to students at their learning spaces. Screening protocols were put in place, including temperature checks and symptom questionnaires, and visitor access to our buildings was restricted. School” has become almost unrecognizable.