Edsurge

AUGUST 23, 2022

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. John’s sharp intellect was apparent.

Accessibility 172

Accessibility Essay Disabilities Learning Disabilities 172

eSchool News

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Translation technologies can be included for students and parents whose native language is not English. Holzweiss said she avoids outdated book report questions and formats. With tools such as Wakelet, ELL students can write in their native language and teachers can translate on their own. Go digital with eBooks and audiobooks.

Schools 246

Schools Languages Language Reading 246

Edsurge

MARCH 16, 2020

Over the past weeks, readers have asked us many questions about the impact of the coronavirus on education in many different areas, from admissions to advice for young children, from salaries to student privacy and whether school closures actually work. Tony Wan (March 16, 2020) General Questions Should schools close?

Schools 173

Schools Disabilities Exams Distance Learning 173

Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 22, 2017

I’ve committed to personalizing learning, but how can I do that for every student in my inclusion classroom when the range of abilities among them is so vast? Personalized learning doesn’t seem that far off—but meeting the needs of every student in an inclusion class when some have IEPs and some do not can get hairy.

Special Education 145

Special Education Disabilities Education Learning 145

Edsurge

APRIL 20, 2021

The question was, how? Serve the needs of students who required more instruction to succeed but did not necessarily display a learning disability. My investigation led me to one simple conclusion: The lack of a coherent system failed him. Our system, that we governed as administrators, failed him. We had to do better.

Special Education 176

Special Education Disabilities Education Schools 176

Cult of Pedagogy

FEBRUARY 2, 2025

Over the last 10 years or so, the word “neurodivergent” has become a more common part of our everyday language. This shift in language acknowledges that everyone’s brain is different, and if we set up our schools in a way that makes room for many variations, we’ll all be better off. It’s not just ADHD.

Disabilities 96

Disabilities Attention Languages Language 96

Faculty Focus

MAY 9, 2024

In a meta-analysis on the use of AI chatbots in education, Wu and Yu (2023) found that AI chatbots can significantly improve learning outcomes, specifically in the areas of learning performance, motivation, self-efficacy, interest, and perceived value of learning. 2023) – making ChatGPT a plagiarism machine!

Academic Integrity 137

Academic Integrity Writing Syllabus Exams 137

Edsurge

MAY 7, 2019

In our case, and in our work at the center, we focus on also thinking about the social-emotional learning of the adults in the room and the educators as the co-constructors of knowledge in that environment. Alongside that discourse is also the conversation of how to adequately assess social-emotional learning.

Learning 168

Learning Disabilities Intelligence Learning Disabilities 168

Faculty Focus

MAY 18, 2025

Avoid negative descriptions of disability (ex: suffers from a condition, confined/bound to a wheelchair). Be open and welcome student questions. Create community guidelines for discussions that include intention and impact/anti-bias language. Immediately address ableist /biased remarks in the classroom through discussion.

Accessibility 69

Accessibility Disabilities Learning Disabilities Special Education 69

Edsurge

AUGUST 9, 2023

I’ve been a para in New York City for eight years and in that time, I’ve worked as a behavioral para, a language para and a toileting para (assisting with toilet training). I’d like to think I’ve significantly improved the learning experience for the students I’ve worked with and for the teachers I’ve taught alongside.

Assignments 138

Assignments Learning Disabilities Disabilities Fairness 138

Faculty Focus

MAY 9, 2024

In a meta-analysis on the use of AI chatbots in education, Wu and Yu (2023) found that AI chatbots can significantly improve learning outcomes, specifically in the areas of learning performance, motivation, self-efficacy, interest, and perceived value of learning. 2023) – making ChatGPT a plagiarism machine!

Academic Integrity 98

Academic Integrity Writing Syllabus Exams 98

eSchool News

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Virtual tutors and chatbots equipped with natural language processing capabilities offer 24/7 support, addressing queries and reinforcing learning concepts outside traditional classroom hours. AI also plays a role in the early identification of learning disabilities and special needs.

Education 130

Education Ethics Gamification Learning Styles 130

EAB

AUGUST 25, 2023

Blogs The five topics independent school leaders were most curious about in the past year Each year, EAB’s Dedicated Advisors pass scores of questions from independent school leaders to our AskEAB team. Now, we’re sharing the five topics that were top of mind for independent school leaders over the past year (July 2022 through June 2023).

Schools 52

Schools Learning Disabilities Questions Evaluation 52

k12 Online Schools

APRIL 21, 2025

PurposeBuilt Digital Pedagogy The best online schools begin with a simple question: What does learning look like when its born online? They learn to use interactive whiteboards, host breakout discussions, and embed live polls seamlessly within sessionsakin to actors trained for both stage and film.

Schools 52

Schools Lecturing Coaching Art 52

EAB

APRIL 25, 2023

Failing to address your audience: Using overly academic language, or failing to depict adult students on your website, can leave prospects feeling like your programs aren’t designed with them in mind. As you evaluate your website, here are a few questions to consider: Is the program start date(s) listed?

Instructors 52

Instructors Learning Disabilities Disabilities Evaluation 52

k12 Online Schools

APRIL 22, 2025

For many families, this shift to K12 online learning has been both empowering and challenging. But while the logistics of this new model are increasingly familiar, one question continues to surface: How do we keep children engaged, motivated, and joyful in a virtual learning environment? Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ): 1.

Quizzes 52

Quizzes Gamification Learning Schools 52

Edsurge

APRIL 2, 2018

percent met English Language Arts standards. They ask questions and support one another as they move around in groups through learning stations Brownlee has set up in class. During the 2015-16 school year, only 0.7 percent (3 out of 451) of students met state standards in math, and only 4.5

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Teachers Schools Coaching Fairness 135

eSchool News

APRIL 21, 2025

Staten teaches English at Northeast High School, the citys largest high school, where many of her students have learning disabilities, are dealing with trauma and mental health challenges, or are learning English. It was like some I, Robot, theyre going to take over the world kind of stuff. Speese said.

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Teachers English Plagiarism Writing 261