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How to use UDL-inspired technology to reengage students

eSchool News

Key points: To improve student engagement, strive to create a positive learning environment Offer multiple means of engagement using technology inspired by UDL such as voice/screen capture or different ways to present a project While schools have largely returned to normal classroom instruction, some ripple effects of the pandemic remain.

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Inclusion and Co-Teaching in the Personalized Classroom

A Principal's Reflections

It entails individualized education plans (IEPs), differentiated instruction, and universal design for learning (UDL) to meet diverse needs. It was refreshing to see how Nicki had reinforced aspects from a presentation I did last year on effective co-teaching and inclusion that resulted in changes to practice.

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Using The Station Rotation Model in Math

Catlin Tucker

First, the mini-lessons are typically slated for 15-20 minutes, yet it is not uncommon for them to balloon into 30+ minute instructional sessions. These mini-lessons consume more time than intended because a few students struggle to understand the concept or process being presented and need further instruction or explanation.

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Designing a Standards-aligned Choice Board (with AI)

Catlin Tucker

Project or Performance-based: These choice boards present students with a range of projects or performance tasks to choose from, allowing them to explore and engage deeply with a subject or demonstrate their learning. Teachers may want to pull individual students or small groups for personalized or differentiated instruction and support.

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21 Top Professional Development Topics For Teachers Now

The CoolCatTeacher

In addition, you’ll learn how to create a well-balanced presentation of your schools’ current needs to energize community members to get involved. The strategies will not only help you be more engaged, present, and fulfilled as a teacher, but you’ll also apply your learning to your classroom and your students. Learn More.

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Back to School with Choice Boards – SULS0121

Shake Up Learning

Carol Ann Tomlinson, a guru in differentiation, defines this component for us: “…at its core, differentiated instruction means addressing ways in which students vary as learners.” However it’s presented the basic concepts are the same. . Video presentations are released each day of the conference week.

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Part 3… STEM Resource Series… Over 70 Stemtastic Sites

21st Century Educational Technology and Learning

I have delivered hundreds of workshops and presentations. Also, find professional development resources such as a video on differentiated instruction or a tutorial on what engineering might look like in your classroom. CAST Science Writer – Discover this amazing UDL tool from the people at CAST.

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