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Flexibility and Collaboration, Not Waivers, Will Make Remote Learning More Equitable

Edsurge

A major sticking point is not the access gap, but provisions under three federal laws: the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Without a doubt, students with special needs deserve equal access to high quality education.

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Asynchronous Learning or Live Lessons? Which One Works Better for Me?

Edsurge

There is a dearth of evidence to help teachers make informed choices on how to allocate time to asynchronous vs. synchronous online learning. By looking at research into online learning and human development, we can begin to grapple with the advantages and disadvantages of each approach. Let’s start with the basics.

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10 steps for making your online courses accessible for all students

eSchool News

New report highlights 10-step plan to applying Universal Design for Learning online. UDL is tough enough in a face-to-face environment, but the real challenge might be how to implement the principles in an online world where students’ abilities and learning styles differ drastically. Knowing Where to Start.

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Creating Inclusive Classrooms with Co-Teaching and the Station Rotation

Catlin Tucker

In today’s educational landscape, the emphasis on inclusion and creating the least restrictive environments for students with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) has significantly reshaped classroom dynamics.

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Five (Easy-to-Implement) Ways Video Can Have a Powerful Impact on Teaching and Learning

Edsurge

Video engages both the student and educator in a one-on-one relationship without ever being in the same room. A compelling 2016 study by the Online Learning Consortium found that video helped educators build and foster authentic relationships with students. Site Licensing. LMS Integration. Tips for Using Video In Class.

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AR/VR in K–12: Schools Use Immersive Technology for Assistive Learning

EdTech Magazine

Technology helps educators give each student the attention he or she needs, through tools such as online learning modules, personal tablets and, now, virtual and augmented reality. . Department of Education’s Office of Special Education Programs invested $2.5 At the end of 2018, the U.S.

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Enhancing Access, Engagement, and Inclusion in Online Education

Faculty Focus

Central to this approach is the promotion of a social web of connections, where building, maintaining, and repairing relationships are standard expectations, with students recognized as vital members of the educational community. Providing captions for video content and ensuring compatibility with screen readers are essential practices.