eSchool News

MARCH 29, 2018

Kids love to tell and share stories, but writing nonfiction is different, because they have to take concepts or events and not only understand them, but convey that information in writing. They need to convey their understanding of concepts in writing, and teachers must help students build writing skills.

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Catlin Tucker

NOVEMBER 13, 2020

I’ve used this simplified station rotation to onboard new teachers to this model and provide special education teachers working with a small group of 4-6 learners a strategy for using the station rotation model. Note : I’ve grappled with whether or not to write about the concurrent classroom.

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eSchool News

MARCH 22, 2023

Plus, the progress monitoring being automatically tied to the objectives is a game changer for us,” states Katrina Jackson, director of special education, Montgomery Public Schools. Learn more about Classworks for Special Education. However, that process can be cumbersome without the right data and tools.

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Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 22, 2017

Dually certified in special education and English Language Arts, I teach an ELA inclusion class to 11th and 12th graders, which means I serve students with and without Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) in the same setting. I’d like to see special education take a front seat in conversations about personalized learning.

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eSchool News

JULY 15, 2024

Persistent teacher shortages and the cost and time required to fill special education roles often exacerbate the strain. Adding to the complexity, Parts B and C of the IDEA mandate that all children with disabilities receive a free and appropriate public education (FAPE) in the least restrictive environment (LRE).

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eSchool News

JANUARY 24, 2025

As technology has evolved, writing documents has also evolved. As technology has evolved, writing documents has also evolved. Before programs existed to streamline the IEP writing process, creating IEPs was once a daunting task of paper and pencil.

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eSchool News

JULY 24, 2020

In partnership with eSchool News, Illuminate Education is spotlighting teachers in a series recognizing educators, the way they have moved instruction online during COVID-19, and how they have prioritized the needs of their students. Special Education Teacher. Gloria Makosy. Watkins Mill High School.

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Teachers Pay Teachers

JUNE 2, 2025

High schoolers write a lot every school day. How can you help them improve their writing skills and have fun at the same time? Thats where daily writing prompts come in! Write a thank-you note to someone in your life. Have students write to the prompt before class begins. Do you like watching sports live or on TV?

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Catlin Tucker

AUGUST 23, 2024

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. Example: Writing Standard: CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.7.1

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eSchool News

MAY 11, 2021

Larkin will serve as a thought partner and advisor for school districts across the country as they design and scale specialized academic programs based on student strength and need. During her tenure, she led the implementation, facilitation and monitoring of special education services for students from age 3 through 22.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 14, 2022

10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — Texthelp , a global leader in literacy and accessibility technology, today announced that they will acquire the Education Technology Division of Don Johnston Inc., a leading assistive technology and special education curriculum company based outside of Chicago, IL. WOBURN, Mass.,

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eSchool News

JANUARY 28, 2019

The edtech administrators, information technology, educator, early learning, and inclusion and special education tracks ensured that there was something for everyone. The FETC Experience, in its second-year, models personalized learning with tracks that identify attendee relevant workshops and sessions. Student Data Privacy.

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 4, 2017

Since reading and writing is involved in every subject, they should also have all teachers trained to identify the potential indicators of dyslexia. District administrators can help with intervention by creating clear guidelines on testing within their districts, rather than waiting for their state to act on legislation. Identify Indicators.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

Reading Mastery , an evidence-based Direct Instruction program, is a comprehensive K–5 ELA curriculum that has been shown to improve reading performance for a wide range of students, including special education populations. For more information about Reading Mastery , visit: mheonline.com/readingmasterytransformations.

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eSchool News

JUNE 18, 2024

According to the DOE’s Institute of Education Sciences, this term can be used when there is a rationale, based on research findings, that the practice is likely to improve student outcomes, with ongoing efforts to examine such effects. Feasibility of implementation Cost Special ed: U.S. link] National Center for Education Statistics.

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eSchool News

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

We might move quickly from showing something on-screen to asking students to reflect on the information in writing. Switching from learning one subject to another or one activity to another expends a lot of energy. Using software to monitor devices can make those transitions easier.

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Edsurge

AUGUST 23, 2022

But he was reading and writing at a kindergarten level, according to diagnostic tests. John, whose name has been changed, is dyslexic and had been struggling with reading and writing for years. One day, I asked my students to write an exit ticket responding to a section of “A Raisin in the Sun,” and John submitted a full paragraph.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 1, 2018

In recent years, general education teachers have joined special education teachers in emphasizing the need for inclusivity in the classroom. By creating inclusive classrooms, educators aim to foster learning environments that are equitable and nurturing to every student.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

OCTOBER 22, 2021

Illuminate Education has an interesting video (on-demand) about Navigating a New Era of Special Education. In this on-demand webinar, experts provide guidance on how to ensure students receive adequate supports while reducing unnecessary special education referrals. Favorite Shortkeys for Special Needs.

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 24, 2021

Core5 helped all students learn during pandemic-induced disruptions in 2020-21, regardless of their gender, race/ethnicity, English Learner or special education status. Cambium Learning® Group is the education essentials company, providing award-winning education technology and services for K-12 markets.

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 28, 2018

difficulty remembering the names of letters in the student’s own name or learning to spell or write their own name. Educators should keep in mind that letter reversal, as well as playing with sounds and making up words are still normal at these young ages (for the latter, it’s when they’re not doing this that could be a problem).

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Teachers Pay Teachers

MAY 21, 2025

Grass Head Science Journal – Growing Hair Experiment – Kindergarten & First By Class of Kinders Grade: K-1st Subject: Earth Sciences, Writing This experiment for kids includes a journal and a breakdown of the steps. The next day, have students write a secret message using a white crayon on white paper.

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eSchool News

JUNE 29, 2015

Like myself, other students with learning difficulties—from dysgraphia (a difficulty with writing, mainly in spelling) and attention disorders like ADD and ADHD—respond well to visual or tactile learning and activities that allow physical participation, according to the U.S.

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eSchool News

OCTOBER 31, 2024

So it is important that you communicate, whether it’s in writing, through videos … because there are different learners and you want to make sure that you reach all parents. The groups of parents who are part of the advisory council are very small. Responses have been edited for clarity and brevity.

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Edsurge

JANUARY 11, 2017

The new features are designed to better support teachers, administrators, and students, in both K-12 and higher education, writes Andrew Garrett, Google Classroom Software Engineer. The announcement revolves around Google Classroom , which the tech giant today claims that more than 20 million students and teachers use.

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Edsurge

OCTOBER 7, 2024

Johnson, a writing instructor and chair of the writing center at Madison Colleg “It all sort of feels bundled together,” Cohn says. Instructors need to show their students how an assignment will help them grow, says Darren Minarik, an associate professor at Radford University focused on special education and social studies education.

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eSchool News

MAY 31, 2018

First, she said that grant writing is like writing a piece of fiction—teachers are being asked to talk about their vision of the future. After educators have assembled the background information, they need to look at the variety of funding options.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 23, 2018

In recent years, general education teachers have joined special education teachers in emphasizing the need for inclusivity in the classroom. By creating inclusive classrooms, educators aim to foster learning environments that are equitable and nurturing to every student.

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Edsurge

APRIL 1, 2020

About 14 percent of all public school students receive special education services, and for many of them the switch to remote learning has been difficult on families and the schools that teach them every day. How do you vet resources for special education and make sure that they’re appropriate for your needs?

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 8, 2023

Rather than relying solely on AI to write their essays, students use these tools to foster critical thinking, inspire creativity, and brainstorm potential topics. It can give suggestions for how to write a college application essay for those who lack writing skills, too.

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Edsurge

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

“These risks are particularly acute for adolescent girls, who have a short window of opportunity to get back to school before they are forced to take a different path — including marriage or migration for work,” researchers write. In the U.S., physical threats to schools from weather vary from region to region. What Does Recovery Look Like?

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Edsurge

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

Josh Davis spent 14 years teaching high school special education and middle school history, so he’s well aware of a few classroom constants. The same is true for students with special needs. They take notes from their research in OneNote, write out their debate arguments in Google Docs and then record their stance with Flipgrid.

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eSchool News

NOVEMBER 6, 2017

Some students are talented writers, so they shine in the persuasive writing. Every student has a voice in the project, no matter if they are in general education, special education, gifted, English as a second language, or early-intervention programs.

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Edsurge

JUNE 12, 2020

Although these unusual circumstances made the challenge of access palpable for the entire education system, overcoming challenges to accessibility is familiar to the special education community. Reframing the challenge: Remote learning requires innovation to be accessible for all students (and teachers!)

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Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 24, 2018

I encouraged him to change his mind but, instead, he said, “It’s time for me to write this chapter, Mom.” According to the National Center for Special Education Research : It takes more than a special education teacher or a transition specialist to improve these practices—it takes the entire school community.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 13, 2017

Writing words and numbers backwards is an early sign of dyslexia. Dyslexia is a disease. Dyslexia can be cured. Dyslexic individuals can acquire reading and literacy skills at any age. Dyslexic individuals have a limited capacity for learning. Dyslexia is often associated with difficulty in solving problems. Dyslexia is hereditary.

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Edsurge

APRIL 23, 2018

And while people with learning and physical disabilities make up almost 20% of the US population , many teachers receive no special education training. Write an Engaging Script With These Six Tips. Tips for Using Video In Class. Five Best Practices of Creating Quality Screencasts. Five Quick Tips for Editing Videos.

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