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Kids in special education are struggling–it’s time to rethink their education

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In fact, one in five schools reported being understaffed for their existing special education programs in fall of 2023. But a personalized, adaptable teaching and learning culture also requires significant resources and supports, which are often unavailable to public school teachers. That’s a serious problem.

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3 strategies to support inclusive learning

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The LRE ensures that students under IDEA are offered equitable access to education alongside their non-disabled peers. Under these requirements, special education students should be in the same classrooms as their peers to the maximum appropriate extent. Inclusive classrooms are not a one-size-fits-all environment.

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Look to the Science: Understanding how Mind, Brain and Education Science can Inform Educational Practices

k12 Digest

John Fisher College of Education and brings almost 30 years of diverse experience in the field of education. Her career spans roles as an elementary teacher, instructional coach, mentor, special education administrator, and elementary school principal.

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Friday 5: Teaching strategies for classroom success

eSchool News

Here’s how educators across the country are using tools–from Minecraft: Education Edition to Roblox and easy-to-access online resources–to gamify their lessons and help students engage with learning. Which teaching strategy would be most helpful? What is an example of a good classroom strategy?

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Why maker technology is crucial for students with learning difficulties

eSchool News

As these types of difficulties become more recognized every day, the importance of adjusting teaching methods has started to increase accordingly. In the US alone, approximately eight percent of children were identified by a health professional as having a learning disorder, according to a 2014 study.

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Look to the Science: Understanding how Mind, Brain and Education Science can Inform Educational Practices

k12 Digest

John Fisher College of Education and brings almost 30 years of diverse experience in the field of education. Her career spans roles as an elementary teacher, instructional coach, mentor, special education administrator, and elementary school principal.

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Post-pandemic, a new era of teaching and learning

eSchool News

At the same time, the reliance on technology brought challenges, including limited access to high-speed home internet, lack of adequate devices for students in low-income households, and difficulties in adapting teaching methods for an online environment.

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