12.07 Diverse Learner Resource Roundup
Almost to winter break! Thank you to several who shared resources they’ve found helpful - I’ve included many of those below. Have a wonderful week :)
SHARED VISION: By December 2020, we can confidently say that our diverse learners have equitable access to high quality educational opportunities that inspire progress toward their individualized goals across learning environments.
As always, use what you need, when you need it. Comment below with how you’re putting these ideas to work, what you’ve found most useful, or where gaps continue to exist or show up.
READ THIS: What’s ONE thing you would do to make remote/distance learning more sustainable, less burdensome, or simply just better?
PLANNING FOR INSTRUCTION
25 Remote Teaching Tips To Engage Students In Distance Learning - I especially love the suggestion to meet for briefer periods more frequently and think BDA (before, during, and after learning)
Academic Supports for SWDs - a re-share but worth a re-read as you prepare for whatever January will hold
FAQ on Compensatory Education in the time of COVID-19 - I’ve received lots of questions on the topic and this document goes a long way to answering many of them!
MULTILINGUAL LEARNERS
If you’re using Nearpod, they have a library of helpful webinars; specifically check out
- Reaching English Learners with Nearpod
- Flocabulary: Reinforce Essential Vocabulary for English Learner Students
- Creating a Culturally Relevant ClassroomThe most beautiful (and valuable) library of EL infographics!
WHOLE CHILD
Remote instruction: The importance of interest, attention, and memory - fascinating read on how these domains intersect in the virtual setting with some helpful strategies for supporting all kinds of minds
Looking for something specific, let me know!
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