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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 methods of teaching are just one part of meeting a student’s unique needs. Any teacher knows a child’s educational experience is much richer and broader than the courses they take.

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Friday 5: Teaching strategies for classroom success

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Plus, it takes a dedicated teacher to employ the right teaching strategies for desired outcomes. What teaching strategy is the best? What is the most effective method of teaching? Effective teaching strategies for gamification are possible–when implemented correctly and when learning goals are prioritized.

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Post-pandemic, a new era of teaching and learning

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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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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

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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. Educational Sciences: Theory and Practice, 14 (2), 642648.

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

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Here are five ways video can have a powerful impact on teaching and learning: 1. Combined, these play a significant role in teaching a subject. Because our brains process visual images almost 60,000 times faster than the written word, video naturally engages students more than many other teaching methods.

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Why maker technology is crucial for students with learning difficulties

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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.