eSchool News

AUGUST 29, 2024

Engagement : This involves identifying what motivates and excites students about learning. The clever integration of UDL into e-learning makes digital learning platforms effective for all learners, including those who might have disabilities or undiagnosed learning difficulties.

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eSchool News

NOVEMBER 28, 2024

Never once did [my daughter] feel embarrassed or feel afraid about her disability. That was a function of her teacher and her team who motivated, encouraged, and elevated her.” At the same time, education leaders at the state and local levels report they are short staffed. That wasn’t just a function of my daughter.

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 4, 2020

SDC K/1st-Moderate Severe Disabilities. What motivated you to become a Special Education teacher? That experience gave me the opportunity to work with a lot of other people who had different types of disabilities. Karina Tran. Woodcrest Elementary School. Fullerton School District.

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eSchool News

JUNE 18, 2024

1 Within this larger pool, a core group is considered to have a reading disability or dyslexia. 15 The largest category is learning disabilities, mainly dyslexia. 16 Reading difficulties also occur across other disabilities such as autism and ADHD. Journal of Learning Disabilities, 45 (3), 217-231. 20k+ per year).

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Edsurge

NOVEMBER 5, 2019

Thus, the latest shot across the bow might seem an obvious solution: Disable distracting apps while leaving texts and calls unrestricted. Using rewards to motivate positive behavior is something Dees often sees in her own work. That’s the premise behind a new feature, called School Time, from the parental control app Goya-Move.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

A systematic review of research studies shows preliminary evidence that teacher burnout can impact student achievement and motivation, as well as contributing to teachers leaving the field of education.

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eSchool News

MAY 16, 2022

percent of total books), a person with a disability (3.4 Such access increases motivation, which is likely to have a positive impact on reading comprehension. According to this data, many students are more likely to encounter a book with a primary character who is an animal or other nonhuman character (29.2 percent of total books).

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eSchool News

JULY 26, 2015

math teachers, adaptive instruction and a motivation system that work together to support students to master geometry. Built from the ground up to align to each state’s standards as well as the Common Core, TTM Geometry combines live tutoring from state-certified U.S. Material from a press release was used in this report.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 14, 2021

According to the Centers for Disease Control, approximately one out of every 54 children has been diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder, making it one of the most common developmental disabilities in the USA. Reinforcers with motivators like the Erasable Cool Cubes and Token Towers. It was founded in 1986 by Sharon and Thomas Webber.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 16, 2015

According to a new report, incorporating Universal Design for Learning (UDL) in online courses not only benefits students with disabilities, but can have significant benefits for all students, ultimately increasing retention and improving learning outcomes. New report highlights 10-step plan to applying Universal Design for Learning online.

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Edsurge

OCTOBER 1, 2020

Younger students, and students with disabilities that impact executive function, struggle more in fully asynchronous learning environments, and may require adult supervision to work through asynchronous assignments. In many ways, asynchronous online learning is similar to homework.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 3, 2017

Lexile levels are climbing, and students are more engaged and motivated to read more now than ever. We have talking devices for nonverbal students, word prediction software for learning-disabled students, and a megaphone for staff to yell “1-2-3 Go Mountain View” every morning.

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Faculty Focus

AUGUST 13, 2023

“A disability may be the result of combinations of impairments and environmental barriers , such as attitudinal barriers, inaccessible information, an inaccessible built environment or other barriers that affect people’s full participation in society [i].” of Australian undergraduate students reported having a learning disability.

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Faculty Focus

AUGUST 13, 2023

“A disability may be the result of combinations of impairments and environmental barriers , such as attitudinal barriers, inaccessible information, an inaccessible built environment or other barriers that affect people’s full participation in society [i].” of Australian undergraduate students reported having a learning disability.

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eSchool News

AUGUST 14, 2024

By analyzing patterns in students’ grades, attendance, participation, and other behavioral indicators, AI algorithms can predict potential academic risks and learning disabilities. This will allow teachers to intervene early with tailored strategies to help every student succeed, ensuring minor setbacks don’t become major obstacles.

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Edsurge

JUNE 4, 2020

The necessary and rapid move to distance learning in response to the COVID-19 pandemic has been disabling for our education system. At a macro level, disability organizations are finding ways to work together that would never have happened before the pandemic.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 28, 2025

Studies show that students in remote settings often feel isolated, which can lead to decreased motivation and engagement. Reduced Physical Barriers : For students with disabilities, hybrid models can provide alternative formats for coursework and assessments, allowing greater participation without the constraints of physical classrooms.

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eSchool News

MAY 16, 2024

The most common school-related challenge for students on Alongside was not having the motivation to get work done, which appeared to stem from feeling overwhelmed or struggling with a specific task. million US students — 15% of all students — have disabilities that qualify them for Individualized Education Plans (IEPs).

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eSchool News

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

Requiring a stronger test will likely lead to better reading instruction in elementary classrooms across the state as preparation programs will be motivated to align their courses with the components of reading addressed in a stronger test. Require a strong reading test for anyone teaching students in the elementary grades.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

It aims to remove barriers to learning by proactively addressing challenges students may face, such as disabilities, language barriers, or differences in learning styles. In order to do that, students need to be motivated, resourceful, and self-directed. It is based on the idea that no one-size-fits-all.

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EdTech Magazine

SEPTEMBER 5, 2019

In fact, the National Education Association found nearly every general classroom across the country includes at least one student with a disability. This can help motivate learners to complete assignments, better focus on tasks and avoid procrastinating. Over the past 10 years, the number of U.S. FM Systems Help Students Stay Engaged.

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Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 24, 2018

EdSurge talked with Taylor about what makes reading a visually unnatural activity, why reading inefficiency isn’t a learning disability, and how early intervention can increase fluency and foster joy in reading. these reading skills don't correlate with intelligence, and reading inefficiently isn't a learning disability.

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Edsurge

APRIL 30, 2020

Colleges have long had offices designed to support students who have learning disabilities and to encourage broader accessibility in the classroom and beyond. They also addressed audience questions about how to get faculty motivated to adjust their courses to improve accessibility. For that,] a text-to-speech software saves us.

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eSchool News

MAY 24, 2021

McConnell came across Osmo a few years ago when researching tech solutions which are fun, engaging and educational for the district’s students in specialized learning units, which includes those with autism and a range of disabilities. Monster, Detective, Little Genius, and Cases.”.

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eSchool News

APRIL 3, 2025

When students fail to see the connection between what theyre learning and the real world, they lose motivation to engage meaningfully with the content. How this leads to cheating : If students feel disempowered or uninvolved in the assessment process, they may lose motivation to engage with the material in an authentic way. World Bank.

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Edsurge

DECEMBER 8, 2017

The agreement also calls for the university to perform an accessibility audit of its technology, hire or designate an official to coordinate access issues, and create a grievance process for “vision-related disability issues” for times when students feel an accommodation is not effective. And he wasn’t alone in raising concerns.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 8, 2023

“This survey shows how out-of-touch politically motivated book banning and censorship groups are,” said John Chrastka, EveryLibrary Institute Executive Director. They foster safe, engaging environments that support learning and creativity, with their expertise and warmth resonating deeply with parents nationwide.

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Edsurge

JUNE 25, 2020

Educators noted that, with the increase in expectations of students, they were also increasing the demands on parents, since most students with disabilities needed support from parents to execute remote lessons—from setting and regulating their students' schedules, to helping them access (i.e.

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Edsurge

MAY 5, 2020

When parents question things like assignments, or the practice of teaching that they see through their lenses, they may not be aware of the overall state of the class, or the range of abilities, disabilities, interests and considerations that go into the planning and teaching.” See also: Want to Show Teachers You Appreciate Them?

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

ChatGPT also has the potential to revolutionize learning for students with disabilities by making information more accessible: it can summarize information, convert text into alternative formats, and be programmed to follow any provided accessibility guidelines.

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eSchool News

MAY 25, 2023

A familiar face known by students and staff, Brooks said the impact she makes on young people keeps her motivated year after year. Her reach extends far beyond the classroom, going out of her way to answer texts from students after hours and weekends, ensuring she is a continuous source of support. SESI is accredited by Cognia.

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Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 22, 2016

One of my challenges as a music teacher is finding learning tools that inspire and motivate my students and engage them musically, regardless of their individual abilities. Furthermore, students with disabilities are sometimes unable to play a traditional instrument. But the options are limited and can be expensive.

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Edsurge

JULY 24, 2017

As part of the Mouse Design League , our team presented the project we created to help people with disabilities. Our team designed a project called “Locus,” a wearable device for individuals with nonverbal disabilities to help caregivers ensure the safety of their clients. She also came from an immigrant family.

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Edsurge

JUNE 12, 2020

It has disabled our education system, creating challenges to educational access, barriers to student academic progress and strains on teachers’ and students’ physical and emotional well-being. To develop innovative solutions to accessibility challenges, we need to be motivated and energized to problem-solve. You can read part one here.

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Edsurge

NOVEMBER 5, 2018

It can be hard for some seniors to go out because of physical disabilities, but there are video communication tools like Skype can be an easy starting point. But once you’re motivated, you’ll keep doing it. You can’t study or learn unless it’s fun. You eventually quit if it’s not fun.

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Faculty Focus

APRIL 8, 2025

Timely and personalized feedback plays an essential role in engaging students and motivating them (Wang and Lehman 2021, 571); AI can aid in streamlining and fast-tracking feedback. In deeply engaging students in an immersive and individualized way, students are more motivated to learn and more satisfied with educational outcomes.

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Edsurge

APRIL 24, 2023

Student projects helped to improve accessibility for individuals with disabilities by developing an AI-powered system that helps to translate spoken language into sign language for the deaf and hard of hearing. This can help ensure that they are invested in the project and motivated to contribute to its success.

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