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Vocabulary Instruction Tips for Students With and Without Disabilities
February 9, 2021
Because vocabulary is such a critical aspect of language and reading comprehension, effective vocabulary instruction is important for students of all ages and ability levels. Good vocabulary instruction goes beyond…

Education Beyond 2020: Everything Happens for a Reason? Nope.
February 2, 2021
2020 challenged both educators and families in ways we never anticipated, and we’ll feel its reverberations long after the pandemic fades. Serious issues—some created by the events of the past…

ICYMI: Our Top 10 Blog Posts of 2020
December 23, 2020
It’s (finally) almost time to bid 2020 farewell—and judging from the comments we’ve seen on social media, we’re all pretty eager to say goodbye to this year. While some educators…

12 Ways Paraprofessionals Can Teach Independence Skills
December 8, 2020
“As a paraprofessional, one of your most important roles is preparing students to become more independent and begin planning and making choices about their futures.” That’s a quote from the…

8 Things Families Can Do to Prepare Students with Disabilities for College Success
December 1, 2020
Postsecondary education can be a powerful and meaningful experience for young adults—and as more and more colleges and universities establish inclusive programs, more students with intellectual disability are deciding to…

“A Small Investment with Tremendous Dividends”: Jennifer Mahdavi on the Power of Progress Monitoring
November 10, 2020
In a uniquely challenging year that has forced education into new locations and configurations, it’s more important than ever to collect data, make data-based instructional decisions, and monitor student progress…

GUEST POST: UDL and Self-Regulation During Distance Learning
October 21, 2020
As another month of a difficult school year draws to a close, you might be feeling what many other teachers across the country are feeling: Stressed. Frustrated. Overwhelmed. Full of…

GUEST POST: 23 Virtual Learning Adaptations for Inclusive Educators
September 8, 2020
As teachers navigate the first weeks of a difficult new school year, many are grappling with a critical question: how to ensure equitable access to the curriculum for students with…

14 Strategies for Connecting with Families this Year
August 26, 2020
Whether your school is reopening this fall for in-person-learning, returning to distance learning, or opting for a hybrid solution, keeping families in the loop and connecting with them will be…

Notice the Need, Meet the Need: A Q&A with Jen Alexander on Trauma-Sensitive Back-to-School Plans
July 28, 2020
As the new school year approaches, we’ve been reading stories and comments on social media from educators across the country. To say the least, teachers are struggling with mixed feelings—fear…