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Writing Scaffolds to Meet Diverse Learning Needs

A Principal's Reflections

As students work to master the complex reading and writing standards demanded by the Common Core, Mrs. Montecuollo and Mrs. Westbrook collaborated to create writing scaffolds that address the diverse academic needs of their 9th grade students. These teachers believe that differentiation is about access points.

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HEARBUILDER Online Foundational Literacy Program Builds Basic Skills in Young Students

eSchool News

Is easily accessible at school or home. Works on desktops, laptops, and tablets , including Chromebooks, and on whiteboards. Complies with State and Common Core educational standards. Dr. Debee Tanzer of Tamarac Elementary, Florida, states “I have used HearBuilder in my therapy room for two years now.

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10 Reasons to Screencast in Your Class and 7 Best-in-class Tools

Ask a Tech Teacher

With Common Core’s emphasis on understanding and explaining tasks, screencasts are a great way for both students and teachers to share the required steps in completing a math problem, collaborate on close reading, or pursue any other literacy activity. Record lessons that students can access anytime, anywhere. Show M e .

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Owl Eyes: The Must-Get Web-App for Classical Literature Teachers

The CoolCatTeacher

I think every classical literature teacher should have an Owl Eyes account just to access the annotations and lesson plans. If you’re in a 1-to-1 classroom with iPads, Chromebooks, or any other device, this free tool is a MUST-USE. Create a classroom with your students. This is the ultimate goal.

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3 Great Special Needs Digital Tools

Ask a Tech Teacher

Besides iPads and Chromebooks and a plethora of free websites that enable students to collaborate, share and publish, education’s tech explosion has resulted in a wide (and increasing) variety of tools that extend the teachers reach, making it easier to differentiate for the varied needs of students even in a busy classroom. Conclusion.

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WriteWell for Google Docs: Google Add-Ons and Chrome Extensions for Research, Writing, and Feedback (Part 1)

EdTechTeacher

Google Add-Ons and Extensions provide an excellent array of research, writing and feedback tools perfect for laptop, desktop, and Chromebook users. WriteWell for Google Docs is a Google Docs Add-on that includes a series of templates for elementary school, middle school, and high school classrooms. To start: Create a new Google Doc.

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Teachers' Essential Guide to Seesaw

Graphite Blog

The tool offers a free version for teachers with access to its basic features. A paid upgrade to Seesaw Plus gives teachers access to more privacy options and other features. You don't have to sign up to get access to see what's on the site, but registration is necessary for full access and exploration.

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