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This podcast discusses different topics relevant to inclusive education. Educators, parents, or administration interested in keeping up to date with the latest resources and developments in the community can listen to this podcast to stay informed. This specific episode linked discusses the Inclusive Schools Network (ISN).

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Coffee With Kenobi- Star Wars Discussion

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Frances Stetson The Inclusive Schools Network - Supporting Inclusive Education Worldwide The Inclusive Schools Network (ISN) is a global resource and network of professionals, families, schools and organizations focusing on inclusive education around the world.

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This word document provides instructions and a table that educators can use to inform and organize their multi-level instruction. Through this, differentiated learning is made a more deliberate progress where the educator intentionally reflects on how the particular needs of every student relate to the learning objective for the day.

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Educators looking for a resource to use in the classroom to discuss inclusive education could use this short film. Ian follows a boy with Cerebral Palsy who wants to be included at his local playground. Through this story, students will learn more about the importance of inclusion. The link also provides resources for talking points that educators can use alongside the film.

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This emotional film is based on the true story of a boy called Ian. The film was created by Emmy nominee Gastón Gorali, produced by Oscar winner and two-time Emmy winner Juan José Campanella and directed by Abel Goldfarb. This important film aims to help children to understand disability and for the message of inclusion to reach every home.
Ian was born with cerebral palsy. All he wants is to make friends, although it seems impossible to achieve when discrimination and bullying keep him away from his beloved playground. However, this young boy is determined and won't give up easily.
"IAN" was produced at MundoLoco CGI using a unique animation technique that combined stopmotion sets made out of recycled waste with the latest CG technology. The film doesn't use dialogue to express the children's feelings making it inclusive to everyone regardless of their age, race, or language they speak.

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This emotional film is based on the true story of a boy called Ian. The film was created by Emmy nominee Gastón Gorali, produced by Oscar winner and two-time Emmy winner Juan José Campanella and directed by Abel Goldfarb. This important film aims to help children to understand disability and for the message of inclusion to reach every home.

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This article provides ten tips educators can use to more effectively utilize the UDL. Each tip expands to provide an example of how to implement it and related questions that one can use to self-assess. Educators looking to improve inclusion in their classroom can use this resource to consider how their own practices can better support a wider range of learners.

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Since it can be difficult to self-identify ways that one can improve, this resource is a great way for educators to self-assess how inclusive their own classroom and practices are. This is made easy through the following checklist that walks users through different factors present in a school that contribute to an inclusive environment.

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In order to have a strong vocabulary in high school, students must begin building it in elementary school. This website lists fun, engaging vocabulary games that parents can allow their young children play. In doing so, students can begin strengthening their vocabulary acquisition skills outside of the classroom.

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Word knowledge is linked strongly to academic success. Students who possess large vocabularies can express their ideas better and understand new concepts more quickly than students with limited vocabularies.

Today students are being tasked much more often to tackle complex text. However, if there are gaps in their vocabulary knowledge, these students struggle to comprehend.

Learning Vocabulary: An Essential Skill

Many students, including ESE and ESL students, lack the fundamental vocabulary for success in learning content-area subjects and reading academic texts. Vocabulary development builds reading comprehension. Without explicit, focused instruction, a student's vocabulary gap may widen with each passing year.
The National Reading Panel (2000) findings:
The use of computers in vocabulary instruction was found to be more effective than some traditional methods. It is clearly emerging as a potentially valuable aid to classroom teachers in the area of vocabulary instruction.
VocabularySpellingCity is an invaluable tool that provides an effective and enjoyable way to expand and retain new vocabulary. The interactive vocabulary games contain auditory and visual support that ensure information is presented in a variety of ways.

From the traditional word study exercise, FlashCards, to a host of online games and offline worksheets, activities are ready to assign or print. You can administer vocabulary tests directly on the site, where they are automatically graded for you.

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Word knowledge is linked strongly to academic success. Students who possess large vocabularies can express their ideas better and understand new concepts more quickly than students with limited vocabularies. Today students are being tasked much more often to tackle complex text. However, if there are gaps in their vocabulary knowledge, these students struggle to comprehend.

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This power-point is a valuable resource for educators who are looking to familiarize themselves with the basics of inclusive education. It defines inclusive education, explains important aspects of the topic, and goes over present barriers to inclusion. Before making active changes to improve inclusion, it can be a helpful motivator to understand the background and issues surrounding the topic.

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This website is a catch-all for vocabulary resources for students in high school. Whether they are studying for the SAT or just trying to finish a research essay, this site will provide support in maintaining students' vocabulary knowledge. For students with learning disabilities, this resource is especially useful. It even has an app!

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Find out how strong your vocabulary is and learn new words at Vocabulary.com.

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Vocabulary.com helps you learn new words, play games that improve your vocabulary, and explore language.

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How I Learn: A Kid's Guide to Learning Disability. 

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How I Learn: A Kid's Guide to Learning Disability. 

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Parents can use this book to provide concrete information for younger students to understand both why they may struggle in school and why their peers might. It emphasizes that students with learning disabilities are capable of making big accomplishments academically, therefore supporting the notion that vocabulary acquisition in students with disabilities is possible, so long as it is taught appropriately.

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5 Things to Know About Racial and Ethnic Disparities in Special Education

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5 Things to Know About Racial and Ethnic Disparities in Special Education

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This article lists five broad topics that may apply to parents of children of color. It is vital that parents are informed of the trends that occur across race and disability in educational settings. Parents may use this link to delve deeper into subjects specifically relating to their child.

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Teaching Adolescent Students With Learning Disabilities to Self-Advocate for Accommodations

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Teaching Adolescent Students With Learning Disabilities to Self-Advocate for Accommodations

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This research article evaluates the effectiveness of self-advocacy training in four high school students with learning disabilities. Parents of students with disabilities may use this article to teach their children to identify, ask for, and implement the accommodations they need in order to reach their vocabulary acquisition goals.

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Learning Disabilities Association of America

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Learning Disabilities Association of America

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This webpage outlines resources for parents of children with learning disabilities, organized by state. These resources include local affiliate support groups, informational meetings, and annual conferences that parents can use to connect with other families. In relating to vocabulary acquisition, these resources can allow parents to  share strategies that have worked for their children in building their vocabularies.

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State and local affiliates offer a variety of services that can make a difference in the lives of individuals with learning disabilities and their families. State and local activities may include: support groups, regular informational meetings, resource libraries, advocacy assistance, newsletters, annual conferences and opportunities to network with other parents, teachers, professionals and adults.